All in One Bolognaise

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this easy and flavorful All-in-One Bolognaise recipe, a true weeknight dinner hero! This one-pot wonder combines hearty ground beef (or a beef and pork blend), aromatic vegetables, and perfectly seasoned tomato-based sauce—all simmered together with dried spaghetti for a fuss-free meal that minimizes cleanup. With a rich blend of pantry staples like oregano, basil, and a hint of garlic, every bite bursts with classic Italian-inspired flavors. The spaghetti cooks right in the sauce, allowing it to soak up all the deliciousness while saving you from boiling a separate pot of water. Ready in just one pan and packed with family-friendly appeal, this bolognaise is topped off with optional Parmesan cheese for a savory finish that’s hard to resist. An ideal recipe for busy nights, it serves up to four and delivers big on taste with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, finely diced
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 250 milliliters beef stock
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 400 grams dried spaghetti
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to enhance its flavor.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes, beef stock, dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

While the sauce is simmering, break the dried spaghetti in half and add it directly into the sauce. Ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid.

Step 9

Cover the pan and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together, until the spaghetti is al dente.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Serve the Bolognaise hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1644.6 grams (1644.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3376

Total Fat 150.70g	193%
Saturated Fat 56.10g	281%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 440mg	147%
Sodium 4659mg	203%
Total Carbohydrate 334.30g	122%
Dietary Fiber 30.50g	109%
Total Sugars 28.90g
Protein 162.30g	325%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 903mg	69%
Iron 31mg	170%
Potassium 3681mg	78%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 40.0%