Best 5 Spag Bol Recipes

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Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian dish that is enjoyed all over the world. It is a hearty and flavorful pasta dish made with spaghetti noodles, a rich tomato sauce, and ground beef. The traditional recipe also includes pancetta or guanciale, but these ingredients can be omitted for a vegetarian version. This versatile dish can be customized to suit your own taste preferences, making it a favorite among home cooks.

This article provides three different recipes for Spaghetti Bolognese, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic Bolognese sauce made with ground beef, pancetta, and a variety of vegetables. The second recipe is a lighter version made with ground turkey and a simple tomato sauce. The third recipe is a vegetarian version made with lentils and a rich tomato sauce.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and satisfying dish. Spaghetti Bolognese is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a green salad for a complete meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPAG BOL



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A rich, delicious, traditional spaghetti bolognese that will really impress your partner! So simple yet so yummy!

Provided by Natalie Reid

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large onions, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 cup beef broth
2 (14 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup red wine
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onions and garlic until onions are tender. Stir in red bell pepper and saute 2 minutes.
  • Place ground beef in the skillet and cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in beef broth, diced tomatoes, wine and tomato paste. Bring to a boil and add celery, bay leaves and Italian seasoning.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until sauce thickens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 386 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

SPAG BOL



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My Husband is a junk food fiend but he pesters me for Spag Bol at least once a week, it's a good way to hide whatever vegetables I've got lying about.

Provided by mrs-h-the-3rd

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Over a moderate heat, soften onions and celery, add garlic and bacon and fry until cooked.
  • Add mince, this can either be done in batches or else all at the same time, depending on the size of your pan. Let cook through for a few mins, drain the fat if needed carefully, there can be quite a lot depending on what kind of mince you are using.
  • Stir in tomato puree, let cook for a minute and then add the tinned tomatoes. I use 2 tins and some water if you like a thinner sauce. Season lightly and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the herbs and sugar, these can be added according to taste. Let simmer for another 10 mins and adjust seasoning. Add mushrooms near the end of cooking, giving them a chance to soften but still keep their shape.
  • Serve with spaghetti straight away.

THE BEST SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE RECIPE



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Our best ever spaghetti bolognese is super easy and a true Italian classic with a meaty, chilli sauce. This recipe comes courtesy of BBC Good Food user Andrew Balmer

Provided by Andrew Balmer

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tbsp olive oil
4 rashers smoked streaky bacon, finely chopped
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 carrots, trimmed and finely chopped
2 celery sticks, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves finely chopped
2-3 sprigs rosemary leaves picked and finely chopped
500g beef mince
2 x 400g tins plum tomatoes
small pack basil leaves picked, ¾ finely chopped and the rest left whole for garnish
1 tsp dried oregano
2 fresh bay leaves
2 tbsp tomato purée
1 beef stock cube
1 red chilli deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
125ml red wine
6 cherry tomatoes sliced in half
75g parmesan grated, plus extra to serve
400g spaghetti
crusty bread to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Put a large saucepan on a medium heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil.
  • Add 4 finely chopped bacon rashers and fry for 10 mins until golden and crisp.
  • Reduce the heat and add the 2 onions, 2 carrots, 2 celery sticks, 2 garlic cloves and the leaves from 2-3 sprigs rosemary, all finely chopped, then fry for 10 mins. Stir the veg often until it softens.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high, add 500g beef mince and cook stirring for 3-4 mins until the meat is browned all over.
  • Add 2 tins plum tomatoes, the finely chopped leaves from ¾ small pack basil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 2 bay leaves, 2 tbsp tomato purée, 1 beef stock cube, 1 deseeded and finely chopped red chilli (if using), 125ml red wine and 6 halved cherry tomatoes. Stir with a wooden spoon, breaking up the plum tomatoes.
  • Bring to the boil, reduce to a gentle simmer and cover with a lid. Cook for 1 hr 15 mins stirring occasionally, until you have a rich, thick sauce.
  • Add the 75g grated parmesan, check the seasoning and stir.
  • When the bolognese is nearly finished, cook 400g spaghetti following the pack instructions.
  • Drain the spaghetti and either stir into the bolognese sauce, or serve the sauce on top. Serve with more grated parmesan, the remaining basil leaves and crusty bread, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 58 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 35 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium

AUSSIE SPAG BOL



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I was surprised to find Spag Bol as a typical Australian dish. It took me a while to figure out that it was actually Spaghetti Bolognaise. Italians arrived with James Cook in 1770, so their presence is firmly established, as is this version of Italian cuisine!

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped fine
1 carrot, chopped fine
1 stalk(s) celery, chopped fine
2 clove garlic, crushed
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 lb ground beef
4 oz mushrooms, sliced
28 oz chopped, canned tomatoes (can use 2x15 oz cans)
1 1/2 c beef stock
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped coarsely
1 lb spaghetti, cooked
grated parmesan for serving
basil leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan or stockpot over medium heat. Cook the onion, carrot, celery for 5 mins or until vegetables have softened. Add garlic, zucchini and mushrooms and cook for 2 mins. Add the meat and cook, using a wooden spoon to break up any lumps, for 5 mins or until browned.
  • 2. Add the tomato, stock and oregano. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour or until the mixture has thickened slightly.
  • 3. Divide the spaghetti among bowls. Top with the bolognaise sauce. Garnish with the parmesan and basil to serve.

QUICK EASY SPAG BOL



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Make and share this Quick Easy Spag Bol recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cooking gerbel

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion (sliced)
1 garlic clove
1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes
1 tablespoon flour (optional)
250 g minced meat
300 g spaghetti
1 teaspoon mixed herbs
1 teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • heat oil in heavy saucepan over gentel heat.
  • add onion and garlic toss until coated.
  • sweat on gental heat (soft and pale golden).
  • add meat turn heat up high stir until browned.
  • add flour if using.
  • add tomatoes with juice.
  • add italian stock cube,mixed herbs,garlic salt and pepper and salt and pepper.
  • cook tomatoes uncoverd for aprox 30 min
  • cook spagetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.4, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 42.5, Sodium 51.5, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 5.1, Protein 23.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Brown the ground beef well. This will help to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the beef. This will prevent the meat from cooking evenly.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve the spaghetti Bolognese with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a side of crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, flavorful sauce and tender spaghetti noodles, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give spaghetti Bolognese a try. You won't be disappointed!

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