Made with AI
Classic Beef Bolognese
Ingredients
- lean ground beef (90 percent lean)400 g
- olive oil1 tablespoon
- onion, diced1 medium
- garlic, minced2 cloves
- carrots, diced2 medium
- celery stalks, diced2 stalks
- canned crushed tomatoes400 g
- tomato paste2 tablespoons
- dried oregano1 teaspoon
- dried basil1 teaspoon
- salt0,5 teaspoon
- black pepper0,25 teaspoon
- whole wheat spaghetti200 g
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the lean ground beef to the pan. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the tomato paste, dried oregano, and dried basil. Cook for 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
- 6
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- 8
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta.
- 9
Taste the Bolognese sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 10
Serve the sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Enjoy your Classic Beef Bolognese!
