Description
A comforting dish that brings families together, perfect for busy weeknights and adaptable to personal tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 250g spaghetti
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carrot, grated or finely chopped
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, grated carrot, and minced garlic, sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef, cooking until browned; season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, bringing to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain.
- Serve spaghetti topped with Bolognese sauce or mix together in the skillet. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan before serving.
Notes
Chop veggies finely for picky eaters; use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. This recipe is great for meal prep and can be stored or frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: spaghetti, bolognese, pasta, family meal, Italian cuisine, comforting dish, meal prep