Turkey Bolognese
Ingredients
Serves: 4
Preparation time:
Cooking time:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, peeled and finely chopped
500g British turkey mince
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 sticks of celery, finely chopped
400g can chopped tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato puree
200 ml water
A tsp of dried oregano or marjoram
Salt and black pepper, to taste
350g spaghetti
Freshly grated Parmesan to serve
Method
Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan, add the onion and cook over a gentle heat for 2-3mins or until just starting to soften.
Increase the heat and add the turkey mince and cook for 1 minute, breaking up any lumps with a wooden spoon.
Add the garlic, carrot, celery, chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, water, herbs and seasoning to taste. Bring to the boil then reduce the heat, and simmer for 20-25mins.
Cook the spaghetti according to instructions on the packet, Drain well then transfer to a warm serving bowl, spoon over the Bolognese sauce and serve with freshly grated Parmesan.
For an extra flavour boost add a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce.
