Classic Pasta Bolognese

Dive into the hearty, rich flavors of this Classic Pasta Bolognese, a timeless Italian recipe that brings comfort to your table. Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, aromatic vegetables, and a slow-simmered tomato and red wine sauce, this dish delivers layers of depth in every bite. Enhanced with fragrant herbs like oregano and basil, and finished with a touch of Parmesan and fresh parsley, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Serve the robust Bolognese over al dente spaghetti, and watch it become an instant family favorite. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour of simmering perfection, this ultimate pasta dish combines ease, tradition, and bold flavor for a truly satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 250 grams ground pork
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup red wine
• 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 400 grams spaghetti
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and pork. Cook until browned, breaking the meat apart with a spoon, approximately 8-10 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to coat the meat and vegetables.

Step 6

Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for about 3 minutes until it's mostly evaporated.

Step 7

Add the canned crushed tomatoes and beef stock to the skillet.

Step 8

Season with dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and simmer the sauce for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

About 15 minutes before the sauce is ready, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 11

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaf from the sauce and check for seasoning, adjusting if necessary.

Step 13

Serve the sauce over the cooked spaghetti.

Step 14

Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2863.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3614.3

Total Fat 200.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 610.1mg	0%
Sodium 5622.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 52.4g
Protein 205.6g	0%

Vitamin D 31.0IU	0%
Calcium 1040.3mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 5364.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.2%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 24.0%