Alright, let's talk about the crowd-pleaser dish - Vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese! It's so tasty and packed with flavour, you'll think you're dining in a fancy Italian restaurant. And now, it's a family favourite - I must have been channelling my Italian ancestors from Pisa when I first made this dish!
Time: 40 mins | Serves: 4
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INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion (finely chopped)
3 cloves of garlic (crushed or finely chopped)
2 celery sticks (peeled and finely chopped)
3 carrots (washed and finely chopped)
400g plant-based vegan mince
2x 400g tinned crushed tomatoes
Fresh basil leaves (small handful)
1L vegetable stock cube
100ml red wine
2x dried bay leaves
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon concentrated tomato paste
2 handfuls of grated parmesan
400g spaghetti (we used spaghetti pasta size number 10)
* If you're a meat eater, you can substitute the vegan mince for beef mince!
HOW TO MAKE IT
The Bolognese:
1. Heat up your pan and start sautéing those onions in oil - it's like a dance party in the kitchen! Then sauté the garlic, and why not keep dancing?
2. Add the vegan mince and give it a good stir, separating it like you're dealing with a bunch of gossiping relatives.
3. Toss in the carrot, celery, oregano, rosemary, and tomato paste - it's a flavor explosion, like fireworks on your tongue!
4. Now it's time to add the tinned tomatoes, basil, bay leaves, stock cube, red wine, and chili - it's like a party in your mouth and everyone's invited!
5. Let it all simmer for 25 minutes, stirring from time to time - it's like a slow dance, building up to a crescendo of flavor.
6. In the final 5 minutes, add in a handful of grated parmesan - because who doesn't love a cheesy surprise at the end? DE-LI-CIOUS!
The Spaghetti: (see video below)
1. While your Bolognese is simmering away, start boiling some water with a splash of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt - it's like a mini vacation to Italy!
2. Once the water is boiling, drop in your pasta and give it a good stir, like you're conducting an orchestra.
3. Let it simmer on medium heat for 8-10 minutes, like it's soaking up all the Italian sunshine.
4. Taste test a spaghetti to see if it's "al dente," then drain - because we don't want any soggy noodles here!
~ And finally, serve up your DE-LI-CIOUS Vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese topped with grated parmesan. It's like a hug in a bowl, and your taste buds will thank you for it!
Bon appétit bébé!
BENEFITS OF THIS MEAL
Alright, buckle up folks because we're about to go on a wild ride of benefits for Vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese - the dish that'll make your taste buds dance with joy!
Healthy: With all those delicious veggies packed in, you'll be getting a ton of vitamins and nutrients that are good for you. Plus, using plant-based vegan mince means you can skip the cholesterol and saturated fat that comes with traditional beef mince.
Flavorful: Thanks to the combination of herbs, spices, and tomato goodness, this dish is bursting with flavor. You won't even miss the meat!
Versatile: Whether you're a meat eater or a vegetarian, this dish is easily customizable. You can swap out the vegan mince for beef mince if you prefer, or add in some extra veggies to suit your taste.
Easy to make: Despite its fancy name, Vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese is actually a super simple recipe that anyone can make. Just follow the steps and you'll be enjoying a delicious and healthy meal in no time.
Kid-friendly: Let's face it, kids can be picky eaters. But with spaghetti and a flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with even the pickiest of eaters.
So, there you have it - the benefits of Vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese. It's a meal that's healthy, delicious, and easy to make, and who can say no to that?
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