Spaghetti with Zesty Bolognese

Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Spaghetti with Zesty Bolognese, a comforting classic packed with bold, vibrant flavors. This recipe features a rich and hearty meat sauce made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, aromatic vegetables, and a touch of red wine and milk for depth and silkiness. Infused with dried herbs like oregano and basil, and a dash of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, the sauce simmers to perfection, creating a medley of flavors that perfectly coat every strand of al dente spaghetti. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, this dish is as stunning to serve as it is satisfying to savor. Ready in just over an hour, it’s the perfect centerpiece for a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or a special family meal. Bursting with classic Italian-inspired ingredients, this recipe is sure to please pasta lovers of all kinds!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
• 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 pounds ground pork
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cups red wine
• 0.5 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 pound spaghetti
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the pan if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, and milk.

Step 7

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The sauce should thicken and the flavors should meld together.

Step 9

While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

Step 10

Drain the spaghetti and set aside.

Step 11

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 12

Serve the cooked spaghetti topped with the zesty Bolognese sauce.

Step 13

Garnish with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2631.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3789.0

Total Fat 210.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 599.6mg	0%
Sodium 5801.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.7g	0%
Total Sugars 57.0g
Protein 225.0g	0%

Vitamin D 129.4IU	0%
Calcium 1996.9mg	0%
Iron 28.4mg	0%
Potassium 5364.4mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 24.8%