This classic bolognese is a simple, hearty and delicious recipe that’s perfect for an easy family dinner. It’s packed with flavour, really versatile and can easily be adapted depending on what you have in the cupboard.
You can make it with 500g of beef mince for a traditional bolognese, or use 250g of beef mince plus a tin of lentils to bulk it out and make the meat go further. Both options make a generous 4–6 servings, making this a great recipe for feeding the family or having leftovers for another day.
Serve it with your favourite gluten free pasta, spaghetti or even baked sweet potato – there are so many ways to enjoy it! If you do make this recipe I’d love to see, don’t forget to tag me in your photos over on social media!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this be stored in the fridge and reheated?
Yes. This meal is great for meal prep and can be kept in the fridge for up to 48 hours and reheated in the microwave.
Can this be frozen?
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months and defrost fully before reheating.
Can this be slow cooked?
Yes, cook on low in the slow cooker for 8 hours.
Spaghetti bolognese
Ingredients
- 300 g frozen vegetable base mix (alternatively you can use 1 onion, 1 carrot and 1 celery stick finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 250 g beef mince (OR 500g beef mince without the lentils)
- 1 tin lentils
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 2 tins chopped tomatoes
- 1 beef stock cube (with 100ml boiling water)
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- 1 tablespoon gluten free Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yeast extract
- 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- Serve with: gluten free pasta, garlic bread, dairy free cheese etc
Instructions
- To a large frying pan on a medium to high heat add your olive oil followed by your vegetable base mix. Fry until soft (around 5-10 minutes) and then add your beef mince and garlic and fry until brown. Add your lentils if you are using lentils.
- Add your chopped tomatoes, beef stock, tomato puree, Worcestershire sauce, yeast extract, mixed herbs, salt, pepper and ketchup. Mix well until everything is combined and then leave to simmer on a medium heat for around half an hour or until the bolognese has started to come together.
- Alternatively this recipe can be cooked in the slow cooker on low for 8 hours.
- Serve with gluten free pasta, garlic bread, dairy free cheese etc.
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