SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE

INGREDIENTS

Ingredients are also listed in the recipe itself

• 1 pound pasta (any kind will do)

• 2 tablespoons vegan butter

• 12oz. vegan beefless grounds (can be frozen or not)

• 1 pound of marinara sauce (or tomato basil)

• 1 cup of red wine (a table pinot noir, malbec, or zinfandel work best)

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon sugar

Optional

• Spinach, basil, sea salt, vegan parmesan, or crushed red pepper flakes to top

RECIPE - SERVES 4-6

1. Boil water in a pot and cook one pound of pasta according to package instructions.

2. While the pasta is cooking, add two tablespoons of vegan butter to a saucepan over medium heat. Once melted add twelve ounces of vegan grounds and stir occasionally until heated (if frozen, cook until thawed)

3. Add one pound of marinara sauce, one cup of red wine, one fourth teaspoon of salt, and one teaspoon sugar.

4. Mix thoroughly and bring to a low boil, before reducing to medium/low heat and allowing to reduce for around fifteen minutes (stir frequently). Note: If you want to add more veggies to this meal, you could also mix in spinach, zucchini, or your favorite veggies.

5. Drain pasta once it is finished cooking and add to pot with sauce. Stir until pasta is completely coated, and top with any optional ingredients once plated.

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