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Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe

Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe

Make Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe with rich beef sauce, tender pasta, and simple chef-inspired techniques for the best homemade dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 grams spaghetti
  • 500 grams ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 carrots finely diced
  • 2 celery stalks finely diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 400 grams crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup red cooking wine
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large cooking pot
  • Deep frying pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Colander
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Base
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan, then cook onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened and fragrant.
    Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Step 1 Prepare the Base
Step 2: Brown the Beef
  1. Add ground beef and cook thoroughly, breaking it apart until browned with deep caramelized edges.
    Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Step 2 Brown the Beef
Step 3: Build the Flavor
  1. Stir in tomato paste, herbs, and chili flakes, cooking briefly to intensify the rich aroma.
    Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Step 3 Build the Flavor
Step 4: Add Liquids
  1. Pour in wine, crushed tomatoes, beef stock, and milk, stirring until everything blends smoothly.
    Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Step 4 Add Liquids
Step 5: Slow Simmer
  1. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for forty-five minutes until the sauce thickens beautifully.
    Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Step 5 Slow Simmer
Step 6: Cook the Pasta
  1. Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente, then reserve pasta water before draining.
    Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Step 6 Cook the Pasta
Step 7: Combine and Serve
  1. Toss pasta directly into the sauce, adjust consistency, then finish with parmesan and parsley.
    Gordon Ramsay’s Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Step 7 Combine and Serve

Notes

Slow simmering creates the deepest flavor, so never rush the sauce.