Fall in love with this cheap, versatile and convenient pasta recipe everyone will enjoy. It’s no wonder pasta is the world’s number one favorite food. Slurp over a bowl of spaghetti bolognese and enjoy the wonders it gives to comfort and satisfy you with its filling and lip-smacking goodness! What’s more? In just 30 minutes, this all-time favorite comfort food is ready to bring happiness to your table!

Ingredients:

Bolognese Sauce

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely chopped*
• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped*
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 14 oz. can crushed tomatoes
• 1 24 oz. jar quality marinara sauce (traditional Barilla or Classico)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
• 1/2-1 teaspoon sugar (to taste)
• 1 tsp EACH salt, dried oregano, dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes. (optional)

To add later:

• 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)

Garnish

• fresh parsley
• lots of parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Heat 1 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meat, onions, carrots, and celery and cook until meat is browned. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Drain off any excess grease if needed. Transfer to your clay pot.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients in your clay pot.
3. Set on stew for 30 minutes.