Spaghetti Bolognese
This Spaghetti Bolognese recipe unlocks the magic of slow-cooked, flavorful sauce and perfectly cooked pasta for a comfort food classic that will have you forgetting store-bought sauce ever existed.
Rich, meaty, and unbelievably satisfying, this recipe is perfect for:
- A cozy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
- Sunday dinners with friends and family.
- A taste of Italy, right in your own kitchen.
Ready to experience the magic of homemade Bolognese? Read on for the full recipe and get simmering!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes – 3 hours
- Total Time: 50+ minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stocks, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, finely chopped
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 finely diced cooked bacon
- 1/2 cup dry red wine (sub water or beef broth/stock)
- 2 beef bouillon cubes, granules or base
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp white sugar
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tbsp basil leaves
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 dried bay leaves
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper
Serve with: cooked spaghetti noodles and Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Sauté Vegetables: Heat oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery, carrots, and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes, or until softened and lightly golden.
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Brown Beef: Increase heat to high. Add beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
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Deglaze with Wine: Add red wine to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
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Simmer: Add remaining ingredients (except salt and pepper). Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water as needed to maintain desired sauce consistency.
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Slow Simmer Option (Optional):
- Add 3/4 cup of water to the pot.
- Cover and simmer on very low heat for 2-2.5 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Uncover and simmer for an additional 20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
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Season and Serve:
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over spaghetti and top with cheese.
Notes
- Serve with whatever pasta you prefer – spaghetti is typically used & sprinkle with a healthy dose of Parmesan cheese!
Keywords: Spaghetti, Pasta, Bolognese, Italian, Hamburger
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