Saleh’s Plate · By Saleh Alkhalifa

Classic Spaghetti Bolognese

Cook Classic Spaghetti Bolognese with Saleh’s Plate.

Ingredients

Bolognese Sauce

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, finely grated
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Pasta

  • 12 oz (340g) spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)

Garnish

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until soft. Stir in ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add grated carrot, tomato paste, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir in milk and let simmer on low for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain.
  4. Toss spaghetti with the sauce or serve sauce on top. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.