Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese
Description
This quick and easy spaghetti bolognese recipe delivers a rich, hearty meat sauce in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this homemade classic uses ground beef, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs to create a deeply flavorful dish that the whole family will love. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan and parsley for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 g spaghetti uncooked
- 2.5 tbsp olive oil divided
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 500 g canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper or to taste
- 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped, plus extra for garnish
- 125 g Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the spaghetti and ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until sizzling.
- Add the ground beef. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring and breaking it apart until browned.
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
- Cook pasta al dente for best texture.
- The sauce thickens as it simmers; don’t cover the pot during this step.
- You can prepare the sauce in advance and reheat just before serving.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal flavor and melt.