Classic Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe by Jamie Oliver
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 500g (about 1 lb) minced beef or a mixture of beef and pork
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- A handful of fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 50g fresh breadcrumbs (about ½ cup)
- 1 large free-range egg
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- A small handful of grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
For the Tomato Sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, sliced
- 800g (2 cans) quality chopped tomatoes or passata
- A handful of fresh basil leaves
- Salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar (if needed)
Instructions
Sauté the Base
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Next add the chopped onion, garlic, and diced carrots (if using). Add a bit of salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring once in a while until the veggies have softened.
Brown the Meat
- Turn up the heat a little and add the minced beef. Break it up with a wooden spoon, and stir until browned and beginning to caramelize. If holding a lot of fat, drain some off, though a little bit helps to keep the sauce rich.