Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe

Name: Easy Spaghetti Bolognese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (13 ounce) box spaghetti; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb minced beef (ground); salt & pepper; 2 tablespoons italian seasoning; 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 8 ounces water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; shredded parmesan cheese, for serving

Servings: persons

1 (13 ounce) box spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb minced beef (ground)
salt & pepper
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
8 ounces water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
shredded parmesan cheese, for serving

1
Heat a large pot over medium high heat with the 2 tablespoons olive oil.
2
When the oil is hot, put in the onions and fry for a few minutes until they start to soften.
3
Add the garlic and fry a few minutes more.
4
Add the mince, salt and pepper and Italian seasoning.
5
Cook until the mince is no longer pink.
6
If you have a lot of oil, you may want to drain it at this point.
7
Add the can of tomato sauce, the can of diced tomatoes and half a can of water.
8
Stir in the sugar and the Worcestershire sauce.
9
The sugar cuts the bitterness of the tomatoes.
10
Bring to the boil and then lower so the sauce can simmer for at least an hour.
11
Prepare the spaghetti according to the package directions and drain.
12
Serve the sauce over the spaghetti and sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese.
13
Add a green salad and garlic bread for a great meal.Enjoy!

459

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (13 ounce) box spaghetti, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Easy Spaghetti Bolognese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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