Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Syns per serving:

Original: 5½
Extra Easy: FREE

Add 6 Syns if not using Wholemeal pasta as a Healthy Extra on Original.

Ingredients:

Low calorie cooking spray
2 shallots, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
350g extra lean minced beef
225g button mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes
280ml/10fl oz beef stock
1 level tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
275g spaghetti, dried

Method:

1. Spray a pan with low calorie cooking spray and cook the shallots and garlic for 2–3 minutes until just softened. Stir in the mince and cook for 2–3 minutes until browned.

2. Stir in the mushrooms and cook for 1 minute. Add the chopped tomatoes, stock and Worcestershire sauce. Season lightly and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until reduced and thickened. Check the seasoning.

3. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pan of salted boiling water, as per the packet instructions, until just tender. Drain and divide between 4 serving plates. Top with the Bolognese sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if you fancy (1½ Syns per level tbsp).