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ItalianKid friendlyHigh protein
Spaghetti Bolognese
A rich, slow-simmered beef and tomato sauce tossed with spaghetti. A family favourite that freezes well.
15
Prep min
60
Cook min
4
Serves
Easy
Level
Photo: Homescreenify / Unsplash
Cooking steps
1
Soften vegetables: 8 minMedium heat
Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the onion, carrot and celery.
soft and starting to colour
2
Brown mince: 8 minMedium high heat
Add the garlic and the mince and cook, breaking it up with a spoon.
the mince is browned all over with no pink left
Wash your hands after handling raw mince.
3
Bring to the boil: 3 minMedium high heat
Stir in the tomato paste, tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper and bring to the boil.
bubbling
4
Simmer sauce: 45 minLow heat
Lower the heat, part-cover and simmer, stirring now and then.
thick and rich
Add a splash of water if it gets too thick.
5
Cook spaghetti: 10 minHigh heat
Meanwhile, boil the spaghetti in a large pot of salted water.
tender but with a little bite
Check the packet; cooking times vary.
6
Drain the spaghetti, toss with the sauce and serve with parmesan.
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