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Classic Spaghetti Bolognese

A close-up of a bowl of Spaghetti Bolognese topped with rich meat sauce, diced carrots, celery, and grated Parmesan cheese.
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A hearty and flavorful homemade meat sauce for your favorite pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and red wine. Add oregano and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, you can simmer for up to 3 hours.
  6. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain.
  7. Serve the Bolognese sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, you can use a mix of ground beef and ground pork.
  • If you don’t have red wine, you can substitute with more beef broth.
  • This sauce freezes well, making it a great option for meal planning.

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