Spaghetti Bolognese
An easy prep dinner that always pleases a crowd
Prep
25 minsCook
60 mins
Method
- Put a large saucepan over medium heat. Add olive oil, onion, carrot and celery all finely diced.
- Stir often until all vegetables are soft. Increase the heat slightly and add mince meat and garlic. Cook for three minutes or until meat is browned.
- Add passata, diced tomatoes, basil, parmesan, red wine, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
- Leave to simmer on low-medium heat for 30 minutes (or until reduced), stirring occasionally.
- When the bolognese is nearly finished, cook the spaghetti by following the instructions on the packet. Strain the spaghetti.
- Add a small amount of bolognese to the spaghetti and stir through. Serve on a plate and top with more bolognese sauce. Add parmesan and enjoy with fresh bread!
Ingredients
1 tbs Olive Oil
1 Large Onion
2 Carrots
2 Celery Sticks
3 Garlic Cloves
250g Pork Mince
250g Beef Mince
680g Passata
400g Diced Tomatoes
2 tbs Basil
75g Parmesan (Grated)
125ml Red Wine
Salt
Pepper
400g Spaghetti