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Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

Easy Spaghetti Bolognese with a Flavorful Twist

This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese is a comforting dish with a flavorful twist from Parmesan rind, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Onion chopped, yellow onion is best
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced, fresh recommended
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes fire-roasted varieties enhance flavor
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste intensifies flavor and thickens sauce
  • ½ tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper adjust according to preference
  • 1 tbsp Dried Basil or double fresh basil
  • ¼ tsp Red Pepper Flakes modify based on spice preference
  • 1 piece Parmesan Rind secret ingredient from aged Parmesan
For the Pasta
  • 10 oz Spaghetti cook until al dente

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat, adding 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion for about 10 minutes, then add minced garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Incorporate ground beef, breaking it apart and cooking for about 10 minutes until browned.
  4. Mix in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, dried basil, and red pepper flakes; stir in Parmesan rind.
  6. Simmer the sauce on low fire for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.
  8. After draining the spaghetti, mix it with the sauce and reserved starchy pasta water as needed.
  9. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley as garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Be patient while sautéing and simmering the sauce to enhance flavor depth.

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