Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
A classic spaghetti bolognese recipe that is rich, hearty, and perfect for a comforting meal. This savory meat sauce pairs perfectly with al dente spaghetti and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
- Author: Bennett
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Bolognese Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
For Serving:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place cooked beef in a slow cooker.
- Add Ingredients: Combine crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf in the slow cooker.
- Cook in Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Cook Spaghetti: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Serve: Remove bay leaf from sauce, serve Bolognese over spaghetti, and top with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: spaghetti bolognese, bolognese sauce, Italian pasta recipe