Best 6 Fast Spaghetti Bolognese Recipes

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Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian dish that is loved by people all over the world. It is a simple dish to make, yet it is packed with flavor. The traditional recipe includes spaghetti noodles, a meat sauce made with ground beef, tomatoes, and vegetables, and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. However, there are many variations of this dish, each with its own unique flavor.

In this article, we will provide you with three different recipes for Spaghetti Bolognese. The first recipe is for a traditional Spaghetti Bolognese, made with ground beef, tomatoes, and vegetables. The second recipe is for a vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese, made with lentils instead of ground beef. And the third recipe is for a quick and easy Spaghetti Bolognese, made with pre-made tomato sauce.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUICK SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE



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Looking for an easy pasta dish recipe? This simple and quick spaghetti Bolognese is your answer. The 30 minutes Bolognese sauce is delicious, rich and flavour packed. This deliciously easy spaghetti Bolognese recipe is so simple that you can't hate on it.

Provided by Ajoke

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 16

500 g ground beef (mince meat)
1 small onion finely chopped (chopped)
2 cloves garlic chopped (chopped)
1 Beef bouillon cube (I love knorr or OXO brand)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp dried oregano
400 g canned chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 Bay leaves
Handful fresh parsley chopped
1 cup pasta water, red wine or water
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt, more to add to the spaghetti
½ tsp Black pepper or to taste
fresh Basil to serve
Pecorino to serve

Steps:

  • saute chopped onions in oil over medium heat until soft and translucent. Then add the chopped garlic and saute for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Add the ground beef to the sauted aromatics and cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
  • Add chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped parsley, dried oregano, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, beef stock and simmer on medium heat for another 5 to 8 minutes. (When adding the stock cube, crumble into the sauce or add to the sauce and use the back of a ladle to break it into the sauce. Mix to combine)
  • Whilst you are waiting for the sauce to simmer, boil the spaghetti according to the packet instructions in salted water (cooks between 7 to 10 minutes or until al dente). Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water then drain.
  • Add about half a cup of pasta water to beef sauce or as needed if it is too thick and mix to combine. Continue to cook on low heat for another 15 minutes. (add more water if need be, stirring occasionally and keep an eye so it doesn't burn) check for salt and pepper and adjust to preference. Take it off the heat and serve over spaghetti with grated Pecoroni/parmesan and fresh basil. You can even toss the spaghetti into the mince sauce

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Sodium 615 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FAST SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE



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The secret ingredient in this ultrafast Bolognese is Worcestershire sauce. The vinegar, molasses and anchovies in the condiment season the ground beef mixture with salt, acid, sweetness and funk in one shot. Once the Bolognese has simmered, use tongs to transfer the pasta directly from the pot to the skillet, then toss in some of the starchy pasta cooking liquid for a glossy, saucy finish.

Provided by Dawn Perry

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, meat, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 pound ground beef (preferably 20 percent fat), pork or dark meat turkey
12 ounces spaghetti, pappardelle or other long pasta
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until beginning to soften, 3 minutes. Add beef and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
  • Add pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, add tomato paste to skillet and cook, stirring, until darkened, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup water, Worcestershire, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt and simmer until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Using tongs, transfer pasta directly from the pot to the skillet along with 1 cup pasta water. Increase heat to high and simmer vigorously, tossing, until sauce reduces and coats the pasta, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with Parmesan.

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces bacon or pancetta, diced
1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions
3/4 cup diced carrots
3/4 cup diced celery
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound ground beef or ground veal
1/2 pound pork sausage, removed from the casings, or ground pork
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes and their juice
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup beef or chicken stock or broth
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 pound spaghetti
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring, until browned and the fat is rendered, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the onions, carrots and celery and cook, stirring, until soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, salt, pepper, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, cinnamon, and nutmeg and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the beef and sausages, and cook, stirring, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook, stirring, to deglaze the pan and remove any browned bits sticking to the bottom of the pan, and until half of the liquid is evaporated, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes and their juices, the tomato sauce, beef broth, and sugar and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, to keep the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the pan, until the sauce is thickened and flavorful, about 1 1/2 hours. Add the cream, butter, and parsley, stir well, and simmer for 2 minutes. Discard the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning, to taste. Remove from the heat and cover to keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and return the water to a low boil. Cook, stirring occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking, until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain in a colander.
  • Add the pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add 1/2 cup of the cheese and toss to blend. Divide among pasta bowls and serve with the cheese passed tableside. (Alternatively, toss only the desired portion of pasta with a bit of the sauce at a time in a serving bowl, reserving the remainder for another meal.)

WEEKNIGHT BOLOGNESE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra to cook the pasta
1 pound lean ground sirloin
4 teaspoons minced garlic (4 cloves)
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/4 cups dry red wine, divided
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, preferably San Marzano
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound dried pasta, such as orecchiette or small shells
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, lightly packed
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground sirloin and cook, crumbling the meat with a wooden spoon, for 5 to 7 minutes, until the meat has lost its pink color and has started to brown. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 more minute. Pour 1 cup of the wine into the skillet and stir to scrape up any browned bits. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper, stirring until combined. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a tablespoon of salt, a splash of oil, and the pasta, and cook according to the directions on the box.
  • While the pasta cooks, finish the sauce. Add the nutmeg, basil, cream, and the remaining 1/4 cup wine to the sauce and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. When the pasta is cooked, drain and pour into a large serving bowl. Add the sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan and toss well. Serve hot with Parmesan on the side.

SIMPLE BOLOGNESE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 celery stalk, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, coarsely chopped
1 pound ground chuck beef
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley, chopped
8 fresh basil leaves, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat the olive oil. When almost smoking, add the onion and garlic and saute over medium heat until the onions become very soft, about 8 minutes. Add the celery and carrot and saute for 5 minutes. Raise heat to high and add the ground beef. Saute, stirring frequently and breaking up any large lumps and cook until meat is no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, parsley and basil and cook over medium low heat until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. This will take approximately 1/2 hour. Finish bolognese with Pecorino Romano.

SUNNY'S QUICK BOLOGNESE WITH PAPPARDELLE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 16-ounce bag frozen flame-grilled beef and onion patties, thawed (I like Ballpark)
1 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
Pinch of nutmeg
1 pound fresh pappardelle
Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Using your hands or a knife, break or cut the beef patties into pea-size pieces.
  • In a large straight-sided skillet, combine the pizza sauce, chicken stock, heavy cream, nutmeg and beef over medium-high heat. Season with just a bit of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in the boiling water according to the package directions. Drain, add to the sauce and grate some Parmesan over the top. Stir together until the cheese melts, then serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality beef mince. The better the quality of the beef, the better the bolognese sauce will be.
  • Brown the beef mince in a hot pan. This will help to develop the flavor of the meat.
  • Add plenty of vegetables to the sauce. This will help to add sweetness, flavor, and texture to the sauce.
  • Use a good quality canned tomatoes. This will help to give the sauce a rich and flavorful base.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will help to develop the flavors and thicken the sauce.
  • Serve the bolognese sauce with your favorite pasta. Spaghetti is a classic choice, but you can also use tagliatelle, penne, or any other type of pasta that you like.

Conclusion:

Fast Spaghetti Bolognese is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and authentic Italian dish that will impress your friends and family.

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