Spaghetti Bolognese is an Italian dish that has become a classic in many parts of the world. There are many variations of the recipe, but today we will be looking at Jamie Oliver's version.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
500g minced beef
400g spaghetti
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 sticks of celery, finely chopped
2 bay leaves
2-3 sprigs of fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2-3 sprigs of fresh thyme, finely chopped
2 tbsp tomato puree
1 beef stock cube
400g tin of chopped tomatoes
olive oil
sea salt and black pepper
parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
1. Begin by heating some olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until softened. 2. Add the carrots and celery and continue to cook for a few minutes until they begin to soften. 3. Add the minced beef to the pan and cook until browned all over. 4. Crumble the beef stock cube into the pan and stir in the tomato puree. 5. Add the bay leaves, rosemary, thyme, and chopped tomatoes to the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about an hour. Make sure to stir occasionally. 7. In the meantime, cook the spaghetti according to the instructions on the packet until al dente. 8. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the pan with the Bolognese sauce. Mix well to combine. 9. Serve the spaghetti Bolognese with some grated parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition
This recipe serves 4 and has the following nutritional information per serving:
Calories: 680
Protein: 43g
Carbohydrates: 77g
Fat: 20g
Fiber: 8g
Sugar: 13g
Tips and Tricks
- To make this recipe healthier, you can use lean minced beef or even substitute it with turkey mince. - You can also add some extra vegetables to the sauce, such as mushrooms or bell peppers. - If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs instead. Just remember to use less as they are more potent than fresh herbs. - To save time, you can make a double batch of the sauce and freeze half for later use.