{"id":258,"date":"2026-03-07T01:27:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-07T01:27:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=258"},"modified":"2026-03-07T01:27:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-07T01:27:27","slug":"classic-spaghetti-bolognese","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=258","title":{"rendered":"Classic Spaghetti Bolognese"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5938.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5938.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5938-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5938-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_5938-768x768.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian pasta dish made with tender spaghetti tossed in a rich and flavorful meat sauce. Slow-simmered with tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs, this comforting meal is perfect for family dinners and easy weeknight cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Servings: 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prep Time: 15 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook Time: 35 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>400 g spaghetti<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>350 g ground beef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 medium onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>120 g carrot, finely diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>400 g canned diced tomatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25 g tomato paste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>150 ml water or beef broth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 bay leaf (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 g fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>40 g grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Prepare the Vegetables<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the carrot into very small cubes so it blends smoothly into the sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Saut\u00e9 the Onion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the onion with a small pinch of salt and cook for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Add Garlic and Carrots<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the diced carrots and cook for another 4\u20135 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Cook the Ground Beef<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon. Cook for 6\u20138 minutes until browned and no longer pink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Season and Add Tomato Paste<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Add Tomatoes and Simmer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pour in the diced tomatoes, water or broth, and add the bay leaf if using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Cook the Pasta<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reserve about \u00bd cup of pasta cooking water before draining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Combine Pasta and Sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water to help the sauce coat the pasta perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9. Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian pasta dish made with tender spaghetti tossed in a rich and flavorful meat sauce. Slow-simmered with tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs, this comforting meal is perfect for family dinners and easy weeknight cooking. Servings: 4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Ingredients Instructions 1. 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