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Spaghetti Bolognese

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Spaghetti Bolognese evolved as early migrants left Italy and resettled in other countries around the world. In Italy a rich Bolognese sauce is usually serve with a Tagliatelle paste (flat pasta). This version is the Spaghetti Bolognese cooked by those early migrants that has evolved since leaving Italy, and become popular the world over.

Ingredients

  • 4-6 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Large Onion
  • 1 tsp Garlic
  • 1 Celery Stick (finely chopped, optional)
  • 1 Carrot (grated, optional)
  • 2-4 Rashes Bacon (finely chopped, optional)
  • 500 grams Beef Mince
  • 1/2 tsp Rosemary (optional)
  • 1 tsp Basil
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Beef Bouillon (dried beef stock)
  • 1/2 Cup Red Wine (optional)
  • 2 Tins Chopped Tomatoes (or 3 tbsp tomato paste)
  • 400-500 grams Dried Spaghetti
  • Parmesan Cheese (garnish)
    • Instructions
    1. Heat the pan to a medium heat and add the olive oil, onion and garlic. Gently saute for 6-8 minutes.
    2. Add the celery, carrot and bacon and saute for a further 6-8 minutes.
    3. Turn the temperature to a high heat and add the mince. Brown the mince for 2-3 minutes.
    4. Add the rosemary, basil, oregano, paprika and dry beef stock to the mince and mix well to combine. Cook the spices and mince together for 1-2 minutes and then add the red wine (if using).
    5. Turn to a high heat and add the chopped tomatoes, keep at a high heat and stir for 2-3 minutes. Then turn down the heat and allow to simmer uncovered until the juices have evaporated.
    6. Boil a pot of hot water and add a good portion of salt, this makes all the difference to the final taste. For reference the water should be as salty as the Mediterranean. Boil the pasta until cooked per packet instructions, or a minute less if you prefer el dente. When cooked drain off the excess water.
    7. You have two options for serving. In Italy a bolognese sauce and pasta are mixed together prior to serving, but with spaghetti bolognese the pasta is often plated first and the bolognese sauce added on top of the pasta. Dealers choice!
    8. Finally sprinkle some freshly grated parmesan cheese over the top and serve. Enjoy!