Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe (Budget Friendly)
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When it comes to Italian cuisine, many dishes have a special spot in the hearts and stomachs of food enthusiasts. One of the most iconic and heartwarming recipes is the classic Spaghetti Bolognese sauce, a rich and flavorful meat-based sauce originating from Bologna, Italy. The quest for the most authentic and delicious Bolognese recipe might seem daunting, but with the right guidance and a discerning palate, one can perfect this culinary masterpiece.
This is article is all about creating the most mouthwatering Easy Budget Friendly Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe.
Traditionally, a genuine Bolognese sauce is a slow-cooked delight, infused with a blend of various meats, vegetables, and seasonings that culminate in a symphony of flavor on your plate. Whether served over pasta, in lasagne, or enjoyed on its own, the perfect Bolognese recipe guarantees satisfaction to both the experienced chef and the casual home cook. Enjoy this budget friendly recipe created by FromLemonsToLuxury.
By exploring the nuances of this culinary delight, you too can master the art of creating the most delicious Bolognese recipe to enjoy with family and friends.
Historical Origins of Bolognese
The Bolognese sauce has an intriguing and rich history that dates back to ancient Roman times. During this period, a similar sauce called Apicius sauce was known to be consumed, featuring meat, wine, and pepper as the primary ingredients. However, the first recorded mention of Bolognese sauce as we know it today appears in the late 18th century in Italy.
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Easy Budget Friendly Gourmet Spaghetti Bolognese
Ingredients
- 1 lb Grass Fed Ground Beef 90% Lean, 10% Fat
- 15 oz Tomato Sauce
- 4 oz Tomato Paste
- 1/2 Cup Dry White Wine
- 8 oz Chicken Broth
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream
- 1 pack Spaghetti
- 1 small Onion
- 1 rib Celery
- 1 Carrot Finely Diced
- 1 Garlic Clove Finely Diced
- 1 Bayleaf
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano
Instructions
- In a Large Stockpot Sauté the vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot oven over low medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and celery, cook for 6-8 minutes, or until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes then add the following ground beef.
- Brown the meat: Keep sautéing until beef becomes brown. Break apart the meat with a spoon and cook until it's browned and no longer pink. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add bayleaf, tomato paste and stir for a minute. Then add the dry white wine.
- Pour in the tomato sauce: Add tomato sauce and then chicken broth. Turn the heat to low, stirring occasionally for two hours.
- After Two Hours Boil Pasta Water in Separate Pot:Boil your pasta in salted water in separate pot which takes 10 minutes to cook. Then add heavy cream to your sauce. Cook Pasta until JUST before al dente.
- In separate saute pan: Add two ladles of your sauce (per serving). Add the pasta with a couple of tablespoons of pasta water. Stir over medium heat for about a minute or two until pasta absorbs the sauce and release it's starches. Then add a pin of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Stir for another 10-15 seconds and then plate.
- After plating: Put another ladle or two of sauce on TOP of pasta and finish with another handful of parmigiano regginao.
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This is article was all about creating the most mouthwatering Easy Budget Friendly Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe.
Attention to detail is crucial when preparing a Bolognese sauce, and this recipe focuses on guiding you through each step with precision and clarity. By the end of this article youwill be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to prepare a delectable Bolognese dish that is sure to impress family and friends alike.
PS and if you loved this, you will also love this comforting Mac and Beef Goulash!
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