Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey
8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
1 jar marinara sauce, no sugar added
1/2 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup finely chopped carrots
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon dry oregano
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Prepare and drain spaghetti according to package directions.

Meanwhile, pour olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, and salt. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until onions have softened.

Add garlic, ground meat, oregano, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the meat is browned and cooked through. Add the marinara sauce, stir, and bring to a simmer.

Add cooked spaghetti to meat sauce and toss to coat.

Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if desired.

Enjoy!