Quickest Lunch Recipes for Busy Parents and Professionals

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Introducing a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for classic homemade spaghetti bolognese! This hearty and satisfying dish is a classic favorite for all ages and perfect for any weeknight dinner. Here’s how you can whip it up in no time.

Ingredients:
– 400g spaghetti
– 500g lean beef mince
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 2 celery sticks, finely chopped
– 2 x 400g cans of chopped tomatoes
– 3 tbsp tomato puree
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1 beef stock cube
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– Parmesan cheese, grated, to serve

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and finely chopped celery and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and slightly golden.

2. Add the minced beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.

3. Add in the tomato puree and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

4. Pour in the chopped tomatoes, oregano, beef stock cube, and season well with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

5. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the packet instructions until al dente, then drain well.

6. Serve the spaghetti with the bolognese sauce on top and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Serving Size: 4
Dietary Information: Nut-free, Dairy-free (if omitting Parmesan cheese)
Variations: Substitute the beef mince for turkey mince or add some chopped mushrooms for a vegetarian option.

Enjoy your delicious homemade spaghetti bolognese! Don’t forget to share your thoughts in the comments below and tag us in your creations.
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