Spaghetti Bolognese

This spaghetti bolognese recipe is a family favourite - it's rich and satisfying, with a delicious hint of cinnamon.
what you'll need
  • 750 g ground beef
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large onion (grated)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 carrot (grated)
  • 90 ml red wine
  • 400 g canned tomatoes
  • 1 tsp tomato puree
  • 250 ml chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp pepper
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon (or 1 stick)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 500 g spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • parmesan cheese (optional)
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step 1

In a deep pan heat the olive oil, add the ground beef and sauté for about 7 minutes in high heat until it’s mostly browned.
step 2

Next, add the grated onion, garlic and carrot. Allow them to sauté for an additional 4 minutes.
step 3

Continue by adding the red wine and simmer for a few minutes until the alcohol evaporates.
step 4

Add the canned tomatoes, tomato puree, chicken broth, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Stir it before leaving it to simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
step 5

To cook the pasta, fill a large pot with boiling water. Add salt to taste, then add the pasta and let it cook according to package instructions.
step 6

Once the pasta is finished cooking, drain it and mix with 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil.
step 7

Serve the spaghetti with a few spoonfuls of Bolognese sauce and a generous amount of grated parmesan.

Spaghetti Bolognese

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