Spaghetti Bolognese Quick and Easy Recipes
I’ve made this Spaghetti Bolognese more times than I can count, and somehow, it never fails to hit the spot. You’ve got that deep, tomato-rich sauce clinging to twirls of pasta like it was made to be together—because it was. The kind of dinner you make when your day’s been long, your fridge is half-empty, and your stomach’s doing that angry growl thing.
What makes it magic? You don’t need anything fancy—just some beef, a few pantry staples, and maybe a sprinkle of parmesan if you’re feeling generous. This isn’t just a quick and easy recipe—it’s your ace card on a weeknight, your kitchen hug after a busy day, your silent way of saying, “I still got this.” Whether you're feeding picky kids, carb-happy teens, or just yourself with a side of Netflix, this dish understands you.
Bonus: it’s versatile enough that you can sneak in veggies, swap in turkey or lentils, or throw it over whatever pasta’s in the cupboard. It’s a cozy, no-fuss meal that earns a spot on your regular rotation.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 400g minced beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g canned tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 500g spaghetti
- Grated parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Warm a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until they’re soft and smell amazing—around 4 minutes.
- Add the minced beef. Break it up with your spoon and cook until it's browned and slightly crispy on the edges.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes. Stir everything together. Add salt and pepper, and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally so nothing sticks.
- Meanwhile, bring a big pot of water to a boil. Salt it like the sea and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions.
- Drain the pasta, toss it with a touch of olive oil if you like, and plate it up with a big ladle of sauce.
- Top with grated parmesan and—if you're anything like me—extra black pepper.