Spaghetti Bolognese
The weeknight standard, and it freezes in portions.
Serves 4 45 min 34g proteinKid-friendly
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Plan it this weekIngredients
- Beef mince500 g
- Spaghetti400 g
- Tinned chopped tomatoes800 g
- Brown onion150 g
- Carrot120 g
- Celery80 g
- Garlic15 g
- Tomato paste70 g
- Olive oil20 ml
- Dried oregano2 g
Method
- Finely dice the onion, carrot and celery and cook in the oil over medium heat for 8 minutes until soft.
- Add the crushed garlic and cook for 1 minute, then add the mince and brown it well, breaking up any lumps.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then add the tinned tomatoes, oregano and a splash of water.
- Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring now and then, until thick. Season to taste.
- Meanwhile cook the spaghetti in well-salted water until al dente, then toss through the sauce.
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- Beef mince · 500 g
- Spaghetti · 400 g
- Tinned chopped tomatoes · 800 g
- Brown onion · 150 g
- Carrot · 120 g
- Celery · 80 g
- Garlic · 15 g
- Tomato paste · 70 g
- Olive oil · 20 ml
- Dried oregano · 2 g