Spaghetti alla Bolognese

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Health score
51%
Spaghetti alla Bolognese
90 min.
4
1090kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey through Italy with our hearty and delicious Spaghetti alla Bolognese! This classic dish is renowned for its rich and savory sauce, brimming with flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the charming streets of Bologna. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this popular favorite that's sure to delight everyone at your dining table.

What’s more enticing than the aroma of pancetta sizzling on the stove, paired with fresh vegetables that caramelize beautifully? It's a feast that tantalizes the senses and warms the heart. This recipe combines tender ground beef, aromatic herbs, and a splash of red wine, creating a robust sauce that simmers away to perfection. The addition of diced tomatoes and tomato paste will give the sauce a luscious texture, while a hint of Parmigiano Reggiano adds a touch of richness that rounds out the dish.

With a preparation time of just 90 minutes, you'll find that every moment spent in the kitchen is well worth the flavor-packed results. Serving four generously-sized portions, this meal is perfect for family gatherings, cozy dinners, or even a comforting meal to unwind after a long day. Pair your Spaghetti alla Bolognese with a fresh salad and a glass of your favorite red wine for an authentic Italian experience. Dive into this mouthwatering pasta creation and savor every bite of this soul-soothing dish!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes diced canned
  •  carrots cut into small chunks
  • stalks celery cut into small chunks
  • handful parsley chopped
  • cloves garlic 
  • pound ground beef 
  • ounces mushrooms 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • medium onion cut into small chunks
  • teaspoon oregano 
  • 0.3 pound pancetta diced
  • 0.3 cup parmigiano reggiano grated
  •  parmigiano reggiano rind 
  • cup red wine (or 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar)
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • pound pasta like spaghetti 
  • ounce tomato paste canned

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Pulse the onion, carrot, celery, garlic and mushrooms in a food processor along with the oil.Cook the ground beef in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until brown all over drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the oil in the same pan on medium high heat.
  3. Add the pancetta and saute until it starts to get crispy.
  4. Add the pulsed vegetables and saute until they begin to caramelize.
  5. Add the beef, wine, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, parmigiano reggiano rind, bay leaves, oregano, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered for 1-3 hours.Cook the spaghetti as directed on the package.Toss the spaghetti and the sauce or serve the sauce on the spaghetti and garnish with parsley and grated parmigiano reggiano.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1090kcal
Protein17.32%
Fat37.57%
Carbs45.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
106.71
Glycemic Load
46.64
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
46.750434813292%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.73mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.32mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
5.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1090.35kcal
54.52%
Fat:45.35g
69.77%
Saturated Fat:14.98g
93.64%
Carbohydrates:122.52g
40.84%
Net Carbohydrates:111.92g
40.7%
Sugar:26.96g
29.96%
Cholesterol:103.64mg
34.55%
Sodium:934.09mg
40.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:47.05g
94.11%
Selenium:103.21µg
147.45%
Vitamin A:5845.89IU
116.92%
Manganese:1.77mg
88.74%
Vitamin B3:13.24mg
66.19%
Phosphorus:644.56mg
64.46%
Vitamin B6:1.15mg
57.62%
Copper:1.08mg
54.06%
Zinc:8.04mg
53.58%
Potassium:1772.14mg
50.63%
Vitamin K:48.43µg
46.12%
Iron:8.18mg
45.42%
Vitamin B12:2.67µg
44.49%
Fiber:10.6g
42.41%
Vitamin B2:0.67mg
39.62%
Magnesium:156.45mg
39.11%
Vitamin C:29.46mg
35.71%
Vitamin E:5.03mg
33.5%
Vitamin B1:0.5mg
33.18%
Vitamin B5:2.94mg
29.37%
Calcium:260.83mg
26.08%
Folate:89.95µg
22.49%
Vitamin D:0.37µg
2.48%