Classic Spaghetti Bolognese
A hearty and savory spaghetti dish with a rich meat sauce, perfect for a family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce and serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine when cooking the meat.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad and garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg