Spaghetti Bolognese

Ingredients

• 400g (14 oz) spaghetti
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 carrot, finely diced
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 500g (1.1 lbs) ground beef
• 1 can (400g/14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 150ml (2/3 cup) beef broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)
• 50g (1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
• Drain and set aside.
• Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
• Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
• Drain excess fat if necessary.
• Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar (if using).
• Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Toss the cooked spaghetti with the Bolognese sauce or serve the sauce on top.
• Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
• Enjoy your homemade Spaghetti Bolognese!