Spaghetti Bolognese with Parmesan

Name: Spaghetti Bolognese with Parmesan
Cook time: 32 min
Total time: 32 min
Ingredients: 100g Spaghetti; 150g Ground Beef; 1 cup Tomato Sauce; 1/2 Onion, finely chopped; 1 clove of Garlic, minced; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 30g Parmesan Cheese, grated, to taste; 1 leaf of Fresh Basil, for garnish

A classic Spaghetti Bolognese: tender pasta tossed in a slow-simmered, savory meat and tomato ragu, enriched with aromatic vegetables and finished with freshly grated Parmesan. It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for a family dinner or a cozy weeknight treat.

A classic Spaghetti Bolognese: tender pasta tossed in a slow-simmered, savory meat and tomato ragu, enriched with aromatic vegetab... Show more

Health Grade

B · Healthy

Rating

5.0

Time

30 min

Price

2,22 €

Calories

1130 kcal

easy

high protein

Method

Wash the basil

Rinse the Fresh Basil leaf under cold water, then pat it dry and set it aside for garnish.

Prep the aromatics

Peel half of the Onion and finely chop it. Peel the Garlic clove and mince it as finely as you can so it melts into the sauce. If your Parmesan cheese is still in a block, finely grate about 30 g and keep it nearby for serving.

Heat the oil

Place a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add the Olive Oil. Let it warm for 30 to 60 seconds, until the oil looks loose and lightly shimmery.

Brown beef and onion

Add the Ground Beef to the pan and break it up with a spoon. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is no longer pink and some browned bits form. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more, stirring, until the onion softens and turns translucent.

Simmer the sauce

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Pour in the Tomato Sauce, scrape up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and bring everything to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat and let the sauce cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until it thickens slightly and tastes richer.

Boil the spaghetti

While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the Spaghetti and cook for 9 to 11 minutes, stirring during the first minute so it does not stick, until al dente. Scoop out a little pasta water before draining in case you want to loosen the sauce later.

Drain and toss

Drain the spaghetti, then add it straight to the sauce. Toss for 1 to 2 minutes until the strands are evenly coated, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce feels too thick or tight.

Serve and garnish

Divide the spaghetti Bolognese between bowls. Sprinkle over the grated parmesan, tear or thinly slice the basil leaf, and scatter it on top. Serve while hot.