Savory Spaghetti Bolognese Delight
This Savory Spaghetti Bolognese Delight is a family favorite that transforms ordinary ingredients into a rich and hearty sauce, perfect for satisfying even the pickiest eaters. Gone are the days of jarred sauces with chunky veggies! My easy recipe ensures a smooth, delicious sauce without bits of tomato or other vegetables that can turn kids away from spaghetti. Combining ground beef with aromatic onions, garlic, and a blend of dried herbs, this sauce simmers to perfection. Best of all, it can be made with pantry staples, making it a quick and convenient meal that everyone will love. Pair it with a side of garlic cheese bread for an extra layer of yum!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Ground Beef
1 lb (92% lean, crumbled)
Hunts Tomato Sauce
1 (15 ounce) can (none)
Red Onion
1 (chopped)
Fresh Garlic
1 clove (crushed)
Dried Oregano
3/4 teaspoon (none)
Dried Basil
3/4 teaspoon (none)
Brown Sugar
3 tablespoons (none)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Oil
1 teaspoon (for cooking)
Spaghetti
6 ounces (uncooked)
Instructions
1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
In a separate large pot, bring water to a rolling boil and add a generous pinch of salt.
3
Once boiling, add the spaghetti and cook for about 12 minutes or until al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
4
While the pasta cooks, return to the saucepan and add the ground beef. Let it sear on both sides for a few minutes to develop flavor before breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
5
Once the beef is browned, carefully drain any excess fat from the pan. Add the chopped onion and crushed garlic, cooking for an additional 3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
6
Stir in the tomato sauce, brown sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
7
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
8
Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it in a colander and rinse briefly under hot water to remove excess starch.
9
Combine the drained spaghetti with the sauce in the saucepan. Toss well to ensure every strand is coated in that savory goodness.
10
Serve immediately with a side of hot garlic cheese bread, and enjoy your delicious home-cooked meal!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Spaghetti Bolognese Delight?
It is a hearty, family-friendly pasta dish featuring a smooth, rich meat sauce made without chunky vegetables to appeal to picky eaters.
What makes the sauce in this recipe smooth?
The recipe uses smooth tomato sauce and finely crushed or chopped aromatics like garlic and onion instead of chunky diced tomatoes.
How much ground beef is required for this recipe?
You will need 1 pound of 92% lean ground beef.
What type of tomato sauce is recommended?
The recipe specifically calls for one 15-ounce can of Hunts Tomato Sauce.
How long should the spaghetti be cooked?
Cook the spaghetti for approximately 12 minutes or until it reaches an al dente texture.
Why is brown sugar added to the Bolognese sauce?
Three tablespoons of brown sugar are added to balance the acidity of the tomatoes and add a subtle sweetness.
What dried herbs are used in this recipe?
The sauce is seasoned with 3/4 teaspoon each of dried oregano and dried basil.
How long does the sauce need to simmer?
After bringing the mixture to a gentle boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Should the fat be drained from the beef?
Yes, once the beef is browned, you should carefully drain any excess fat from the pan before adding the onions and garlic.
What is the best way to serve this spaghetti?
It is best served immediately, tossed well with the sauce, and paired with a side of hot garlic cheese bread.
How much spaghetti do I need for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of uncooked spaghetti.
What type of onion should I use?
The recipe specifies using one chopped red onion.
How many cloves of garlic are used?
You will need one clove of fresh garlic, crushed.
Is it necessary to salt the pasta water?
Yes, add a generous pinch of salt to the boiling water before adding the spaghetti.
What is the purpose of searing the beef?
Searing the beef on both sides for a few minutes before breaking it up helps to develop a deeper flavor.
How much oil is needed for cooking?
One teaspoon of oil is used to heat the saucepan before adding the beef.
Do I need to rinse the pasta after cooking?
Yes, the instructions suggest rinsing the spaghetti briefly under hot water to remove excess starch.
Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Yes, it is specifically designed to be kid-friendly by ensuring a smooth sauce without vegetable chunks.
What seasonings are used for the final sauce?
The sauce is seasoned with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil.
How long do I cook the onions and garlic?
Cook them for about 3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Can I make this with pantry staples?
Yes, this recipe is designed to be a quick and convenient meal using common pantry items like dried herbs and canned sauce.
How much salt and pepper should be added?
Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the sauce.
At what heat should the beef be cooked?
The beef should be cooked over medium heat.
Should I combine the pasta and sauce before serving?
Yes, toss the drained spaghetti with the sauce in the saucepan to ensure every strand is coated.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 total ingredients required for this dish.
How do I prepare the garlic?
The fresh garlic clove should be crushed before being added to the pan.
Can I adjust the seasoning?
Yes, the instructions recommend tasting and adjusting the seasoning if necessary after the sauce has simmered.
What should the onion look like when it is done cooking?
The onion should be translucent and fragrant after about 3 minutes of cooking.
How do I prevent the spaghetti from sticking?
Stir the spaghetti occasionally while it is boiling.
Is the spaghetti cooked in the sauce?
No, the spaghetti is boiled separately in a large pot and then combined with the sauce at the end.