Spaghetti Bolognese – A classic of Italian cuisine
Recipe Introduction
General Description
Spaghetti Bolognese is a popular dish that originated in the city of Bologna in Italy. The combination of rich meat sauce and delicious spaghetti offers a truly satisfying culinary experience. This recipe shows you how to prepare an authentic Spaghetti Bolognese that is full of flavor with fresh ingredients. The key ingredients are high-quality beef, fresh tomatoes, and a mix of Italian herbs. With this guide, you can make a perfect Spaghetti Bolognese that delights both children and adults. Another advantage of this recipe is that the sauce can be prepared in advance and frozen, so you always have a quick and delicious meal at hand.
Ingredients
- 500g Spaghetti
- 500g minced beef
- 2 onions
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 2 carrots
- 2 stalks of celery
- 1 can of chopped tomatoes (400g)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 glass of red wine (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 100g grated Parmesan
Instructions
Step 1
Peel and finely chop onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Heat the olive oil in a large pan and fry the vegetables in it.
Step 2
Add the minced meat and fry while stirring until it is brown and crumbly. Stir in the tomato paste and fry briefly.
Step 3
Add the chopped tomatoes, oregano, basil, and the red wine (if used). Season with salt and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
Step 4
While the sauce is cooking, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in salted water. Drain the finished spaghetti and let it drain.
Step 5
Distribute the spaghetti on plates and pour over the Bolognese sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and serve immediately.
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Additional Tips
- Tip 1: For a vegetarian variant, you can replace the beef with lentils or soy mince.
- Tip 2: The Bolognese sauce can be prepared in advance and frozen. Simply divide into portions and reheat as needed.
Serving Suggestions
- Serving Suggestion 1: Garnish the Spaghetti Bolognese with fresh basil leaves for additional flavor and color.
- Serving Suggestion 2: Serve the dish with a fresh green salad and crispy baguette.
