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Home » Recipes » Dinner » 30 Minute Meals » Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce

Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce

By: Rebecca  |  Published: August 18, 2018  |  Updated: January 19, 2021  |   View Our Affiliate Disclosure Policy

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This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato-based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite. via @sugarandsoulco

This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato-based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.

This delicious Meat Sauce recipe is perfect when served over pasta with a side of Garlic Bread!

This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.

Pasta lovers, listen up: this rich, meaty recipe for Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce recipe will be your new favorite way to eat those twirl-able noodles this fall!

Ragù alla Bolognese is a traditional Italian dish that calls for a homemade tomato sauce that’s loaded with ground beef, onions, garlic, Merlot, and lots of other flavorings and spices.

If you don’t have a go-to Bolognese sauce recipe already — or maybe you’re looking for a new one — try this zesty version.

This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.

I love topping pasta with a hearty Bolognese sauce because it adds tons of protein to an otherwise carb-heavy dish.

Serve it with steamed veggies or a side salad, and you’ll have a complete balanced meal.

This Bolognese recipe is so thick and hearty on its own, you might be tempted just to eat it with a piece of buttered crusty bread.

Some might even argue that scooping up the saucy meat at the bottom of your bowl is the best part of the meal!

Is It Italian?

Yes and no. The dish is definitely Italian Inspired, but you won’t find it on the menu in Italy.

Bolognese is a Ragù, which is a tomato and meat cooked over low heat for an extended period of time. The name, Bolognese, comes from the area of origin, Bologna Italy.

Wait, so you just explained that this IS Italian…

Yes, Bolognese Sauce is an authentic Italian recipe, but Spaghetti Bolognese is not. In Italy, you’ll find this delicious sauce served with thicker kinds of pasta like gnocchi or tortellini.

Each Bolognese Sauce recipe will probably vary slightly based on who made it, but it should always have tomatoes and minced meat.

A Bolognese Sauce made with pieces of whole meat such as chunks of steak are actually Neapolitan ragù. Spaghetti Bolognese as a whole dish is more commonly found in other parts of the world like the United States.

What’s The Difference Between Bolognese Sauce And Spaghetti Sauce?

The primary difference between these two sauces is meat. A spaghetti or marinara sauce is simply a tomato-based sauce without meat whereas Bolognese is a meat sauce by design.

How To Make It:

Step 1: Begin by adding a bit of olive oil and the ground beef to a large saucepan and browning the meat over medium heat, stirring regularly until no longer pink.

Step 2: Once the meat is browned, drained the fat and add more olive oil and the finely chopped onions and cook for about 5 minutes or until the onions become translucent.

Step 3: Next, add in the minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute, stirring regularly to ensure that the garlic does not burn.

Step 4: Add in the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Reduce heat and simmer over medium-low heat for 30 to 40 minutes until sauce reaches the desired thickness, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

How To Make Turkey Bolognese:

Simply replace this ground beef with ground turkey in this recipe! You could also substitute with ground chicken, veal, or pork.

This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.

It should go without saying that a homemade Bolognese Sauce is WAY better than store-bought! There’s no need to settle for a jarred Bolognese when you can make this recipe for your family — and they’ll probably thank you for it!

With “back to school season” just around the corner, this simple sauce is perfect for inspiring home-cooked weeknight dinners. It’s also the perfect way to get everyone around the table for a cozy Sunday afternoon meal with company and conversation.

This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.

Make a big batch of Bolognese Sauce, and you can have leftovers for the next couple of days. Just pour it over fresh spaghetti (or any other pasta), top it with cheese, and enjoy!

Spaghetti Bolognese is a traditional family favorite that’s wholesome and totally delicious. This simple version is perfect to have on hand when you’re looking for a comforting recipe to share with the family. And if you’d prefer a vegetarian option, try my Homemade Marinara Sauce!

This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.

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This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.

Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce

Rebecca Hubbell
This Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Sauce Recipe is a simple take on an authentic and traditional Italian meal. Loaded with ground beef and spices and laced with Merlot wine, this quick tomato based sauce is bound to be a wholesome family favorite.
5 from 12 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian Inspired
Servings 8 people
Calories 289

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 large white onion, finely chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 16 ounces tomato sauce
  • 16 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 12 ounces tomato paste
  • 2/3 cup Merlot wine*
  • 2 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the ground beef to a large saucepan and brown the meat over medium heat, stirring regularly.
  • Once the meat is browned, drained the fat and add in the remaining olive oil and the onions and cook for about 5 minutes or until the onions become translucent. 
  • Add in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring regularly to ensure that the garlic does not burn. 
  • Add in the remaining ingredients and stir to combine, simmer over medium-low heat for 30 to 40 minutes until sauce reaches desired thickness. 
  • Serve over pasta, with bread, or whatever else you feel like.

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Notes

  • Merlot wine can be substituted for beef broth.
  • Ground turkey, chicken, veal, or pork can be used instead of ground beef.
  • Adapted from Hey, Let’s Make Stuff.

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 13gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 985mgPotassium: 957mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 970IUVitamin C: 20.5mgCalcium: 77mgIron: 4.2mg
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  1. Tglevin says

    January 2, 2021 at 12:38 pm

    5 stars
    Made this recipe with my homegrown tomatoes. Absolutely delicious. My family raves about it.

    Reply
  2. Victoria says

    November 18, 2020 at 9:37 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for dinner tonight. It was really good..rich and flavorful. I will definitely be adding it to my dinner rotation.

    Reply
  3. Britt says

    September 12, 2020 at 11:40 am

    Can thise sauce be canned?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      September 13, 2020 at 10:46 am

      I don’t believe so.

      Reply
  4. Lonna says

    August 17, 2020 at 7:58 pm

    5 stars
    This is just absolutely delicious! Made it for dinner tonight and my husband raved over it. I used a can of Rotel original diced tomatoes which gave the sauce a little extra kick. Made plenty of sauce for just two people so I froze half of it and after dinner tonight, I still have enough for another meal. I didn’t change a thing other than using Splenda brown sugar instead of regular brown sugar. I read a comment about using mushrooms which sounded awfully good, also. It’s so easy to make and it’s so good that it will be hard to ever eat just a jar of Ragu again!

    Reply
  5. Janis says

    May 23, 2020 at 4:49 pm

    5 stars
    I have to cook low sodium and low fat to keep my husband healthy. I also just lost 35 lbs, so I’m trying to cook with less sugar. I substituted ground turkey, salt free tomato sauce and salt free diced tomatoes. For the brown sugar, I substituted Stevia brown sugar and no additional salt, just pepper. The dish was delicious!! The Stevia made it just a bit too sweet so next time I will use 1 Tbsp, then add a bit more if necessary. I was able to balance out the sweetness with a little extra apple cider vinegar. The finished product was thick and clung to the pasta, just the way we like it.
    I definitely have a new Turkey Bolognese recipe, and look forward to making this often in the future.
    Thank you, Rebecca for this award winner!

    Reply
  6. Rebecca says

    December 1, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely loved it. Easy to make! Definitely a keeper. I added portobello mushrooms and sautéed the onion and mushrooms in butter before adding to the meat

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      December 3, 2018 at 8:07 pm

      Sounds like a delicious addition, so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

    September 12, 2018 at 6:24 pm

    5 stars
    I definitely need to give this a try!

    Reply
  8. Ellen says

    September 10, 2018 at 7:44 am

    Pure Italian comfort food! Looks like there is so much flavor from all the delicious herbs.

    Reply
  9. Nellie Tracy says

    August 18, 2018 at 11:44 am

    5 stars
    Quick, easy, and completely delicious! It’s my very favorite kind of meal!

    Reply
  10. Alyssa says

    August 18, 2018 at 10:29 am

    5 stars
    This is my comfort food. What a great recipe to have on hand…it’s a keeper!

    Reply

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