Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe

A Taste of Italy: Spaghetti Bolognese

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1 pound (450g) spaghetti
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions:

1. Step 1: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Step 2: Add chopped onion, minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped celery to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are softened.
3. Step 3: Pour in crushed tomatoes, red wine (if using), tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Step 4: Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Step 5: In the last 10 minutes of simmering, stir in the whole milk. Adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Step 6: While the sauce simmers, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
7. Step 7: Serve the Bolognese sauce over cooked spaghetti, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes:

Enjoy the rich and savory flavors of this classic Spaghetti Bolognese. Pair with a glass of red wine for an authentic Italian experience!

Buon Appetito!