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Spaghetti Bolognese

You can't beat a great classic Spaghetti Bolognese. A rich tomato meat sauce served over soft pasta noodles. A sauce that takes a little love and time but delivers big on flavour!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: spaghetti
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 276kcal
Author: Julia Pinney

Ingredients

  • 3 Cups Marinara Sauce
  • 2 Cups stewed tomatoes or can tomatoes
  • 1/2 Cup beef stock
  • 1/2 Cup red wine
  • 4 Garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 Onion roughly chopped
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • Small bunch fresh chopped basil
  • Small bunch fresh chopped parsley
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • Fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 Teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 Teaspoon hot paprika
  • 1 Teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 Cup parmesan cheese finely grated
  • * parmesan cheese rind optional
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Instructions

  • In a large skillet set over high heat, add the olive oil and garlic. Stir for just about 30 seconds and add the onions. Cook over high heat long enough to brown the onions, about 2-4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook until softened, about 5 more minutes.
  • Add the ground beef and mash it around with a wooden spoon to separate it as it cooks. Continue cooking the meat like this for about 8 minutes or so, until it is cooked and separated.
  • Add the oregano, rosemary, paprika, onion powder, salt and pepper Stir well and cook for a minute or so.
  • Add the Marinara Sauce, chopped tomatoes, parmesan cheese rind (if using), broth, wine and sugar. Give a very good stir and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover and continue to simmer for about 45 minutes.
  • Uncover stir and taste to see if any adjustments are needed. Stir in fresh herbs and parmesan cheese.
  • Serve over spaghetti or other pasta

*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

Notes

  1. Adding parmesan cheese rind to the sauce when it simmers, adds so much flavour.  Although it isn't necessary, add it if you have one on hand.
Nutrition Facts
Spaghetti Bolognese
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 276 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 45mg15%
Sodium 1082mg47%
Potassium 649mg19%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 14g28%
Vitamin A 556IU11%
Vitamin C 13mg16%
Calcium 124mg12%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.