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One-pot beef bolognese pasta

  • Serves 8-10
  • Prep time: 5 mins | Cooking time: 25 mins

There’s nothing like an inviting casserole pot full of this beef bolognese pasta. It’s the ultimate kid-friendly meal that can be enjoyed all round. The best part is that there’s minimal cleanup, plus you can have this ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 1 carrot, finely diced

  • 2 celery stalks, finely diced

  • 2 tsp dried oregano

  • 500g beef mince

  • 2x 500g jars onion and garlic pasta sauce

  • 3 ½ cups beef stock

  • 500g spiral pasta

Method

  1. In a casserole pot, bring a generous drizzle of oil to medium-high heat. Sauté the onion, carrot, celery and oregano for 4-5 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.

  2. Add the beef mince and cook for 4-5 minutes or until browned, breaking up with a spatula.

  3. Stir through the pasta sauce and beef stock. Season with salt and pepper, then stir to combine.

  4. Bring to a boil, then add the pasta and reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the pasta is tender, stirring regularly.

  5. Divide into bowls, then serve and enjoy.

Top tip: Finish off your wholesome bolognese pasta with freshly chopped basil leaves and shaved parmesan.