Spaghetti Beef Bolognese

Ingredients

1kg ANZCO Foods beef mince
1 packet dried spaghetti
1 tsp vegetable oil
1-2 brown onion, finely diced
2 Tbsp garlic, crushed
2 carrots, grated
3 Tbsp tomato paste
1½ cups dry red lentils or,
1 400g can of beans
1 jar passata sauce
400g can tomatoes, chopped
1 cup beef stock
Salt and pepper, to taste
Grated cheese (optional)

METHOD

• To make the beef bolognese, heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened.

• Stir in the garlic, then add the grated carrots, tomato paste, and red lentils or beans. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

• Increase the heat to medium-high, add the beef mince, breaking up any lumps, and cook until browned.

• Pour in the passata sauce and beef stock. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered until the sauce thickens.

• While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to the packet instructions.

• To assemble and serve, drain the pasta and divide it among serving plates. Top with the beef bolognese and sprinkle with grated cheese.

FREEZE FOR LATER

Put any remaining beef bolognese into containers and freeze for future meals.