Spaghetti Bolognese

Makes: 5|Cooks In: 30 mins|Difficulty: Easy

“There is only one thing that needs to be said here, spaghetti bolognese is one of the most famous dishes in the world. If there’s a guaranteed go-to dinner that will please young and old, this is it.”

Spaghetti bolognese at Stefano's Cafe, Mildura

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium brown onion, finely chopped
1 medium carrot, peeled, finely chopped
1 stick celery, trimmed, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
500g beef mince
1/3 cup tomato paste
2 x 400g cans diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Large pinch ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons SPLENDA® Granular

Method

Step 1

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook onion, carrot, celery and garlic, stirring, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add mince. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, for 6 to 8 minutes or until browned.

Step 2

Add paste, tomatoes, oregano, nutmeg and 1/2 cup cold water. Bring to the boil. Reduceheat to low. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 to 30 minutes or until thick. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water, following packet directions, until tender. Drain.

Step 4

Divide pasta among serving bowls. Spoon over sauce. Serve topped with cheese.