Spaghetti Bolognese

5 from 1 vote

This Spaghetti Bolognese recipe uses a clean, nutritious version of the Italian-inspired meat sauce.

Liven up spaghetti by adding a bangin’ Bolognese sauce! This Spaghetti Bolognese recipe uses a clean, nutritious version of the Italian-inspired meat sauce.

Our made-from-scratch sauce is deeply satisfying and delicious. Use chopped vegetables and minced garlic for savory depth and ground meat for hearty protein and texture. Piquant seasonings give the sauce a peppery kick. Watch the rich red mixture bubble as the sauce simmers. Once done, pour the delicious creation over whole-wheat spaghetti noodles for a fiber-rich dish guaranteed to keep you satisfied for hours.

5 from 1 vote

Spaghetti Bolognese

Change your boring meat sauce to this amazing bolognese sauce and your spaghetti dinner will never be the same again.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Yield 6 people
Serving Size 0.75 cup
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Author SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 3/4 cup carrots finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce jar, no sugar added

Instructions

  • Prepare and drain spaghetti according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, pour olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, and salt. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until onions have softened.
  • Add garlic, ground meat, oregano, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the meat is browned and cooked through. Add the marinara sauce, stir, and bring to a simmer.
  • Add cooked spaghetti to meat sauce and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 746mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 10
Keywords Budget-Friendly, Kid-Friendly, Pasta

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3 Comments

  1. Love this recipe. Make this for the family every week or so. Also made this using turkey with cumin to give it some earthiness.5 stars

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