Easy Spaghetti Bolognese
Minced beef simmered in a hearty tomato sauce with onions, garlic and carrot, served over al dente spaghetti.
Ingredients
Method
Step 1
Heat a large pan over medium heat and pour in the olive oil. Once hot, add the beef mince and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is well browned.
Step 2
Remove the mince to a bowl, then add the onion and garlic to the pan. Sweat gently until soft and fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the grated carrot and cook for an additional minute.
Step 4
Return the browned beef to the pan, then add both tins of chopped tomatoes and crumble in the stock cube. Pour in 400ml water, bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring now and then.
Step 5
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a pot of boiling salted water according to the packet instructions. Drain well.
Step 6
Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce, toss through to coat, and taste for seasoning adjustments.
Step 7
Dish out immediately, topping with freshly grated Parmesan if you like.