Spaghetti Bolognese the Easy Way

Discover the ultimate comfort food made simple with "Spaghetti Bolognese the Easy Way." This family-friendly recipe combines hearty ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a medley of finely diced vegetables in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce that's ready in just 40 minutes. Infused with classic Italian seasonings like oregano and basil, this dish brings authentic flavor to your table with minimal effort. Perfectly paired with al dente spaghetti and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this quick and easy bolognese is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinners. With straightforward steps and pantry-friendly ingredients, it's an irresistibly satisfying meal you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 1 celery stick, finely diced
• 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 400 grams spaghetti
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pan and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes).

Step 5

Stir in the diced carrot and celery, cooking for another 3–4 minutes to soften the vegetables.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef stock, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Mix well.

Step 7

Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavorful.

Step 8

While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning in the bolognese sauce if needed.

Step 10

Serve the bolognese sauce over the cooked spaghetti, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1812.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2219.6

Total Fat 122.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 331.9mg	0%
Sodium 3000.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 118.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305.7mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 3648.5mg	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: 48.5%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 30.5%