Adding BBQ to Spaghetti Bolognese: Adding Bold Flavour to an Italian Classic

Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic Italian meal that is enjoyed by people the world over. As you already know, it’s a hearty and flavour-filled favourite that combines pasta, ground beef, and a tomato-based sauce. While the traditional recipe is delicious on its own, adding a BBQ rub to the mix can take the dish to a whole new level. In this blog post, we'll show you how to use BBQ rubs to make a delicious and flavorful BBQ Spaghetti Bolognese.

I. Why you should add BBQ rubs to your next Spaghetti Bolognese 

Spaghetti Bolognese is a popular dish that is enjoyed all over the world. By using BBQ rubs, you can add a smoky, spicy, or savoury flavour to your Bolognese sauce. This blog post will guide you on how to choose the right BBQ rub, how to prepare and cook your Spaghetti Bolognese, and how to serve and enjoy it.

II. Choosing the Right BBQ Rub

BBQ rubs come in a variety of flavours and spice levels. For Spaghetti Bolognese, you'll want to choose a rub that complements the meat and tomato-based sauce. Some recommended BBQ rubs for Spaghetti Bolognese include:

• Flaming Coals Bovine Espresso
• Butchers Axe BBQ Bullseye
• Boomas BBQ Grazed and Blazed
• Low N Slow Basics Beef Bounce

III. Preparing the Spaghetti Bolognese

To prepare the Spaghetti Bolognese, you'll need ground beef, pasta sauce (tomato based), and your chosen BBQ rub. In today’s cook, we are using the crowd favourite Bovine Espresso by Flaming Coals. Start by adding the ground beef and cook until browned. Next, add the pasta sauce and stir to combine. Finally, add your chosen BBQ rub to the sauce and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes.

IV. Cooking the pasta

While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti in a pot of boiling water until it reaches your level of doneness. Drain the spaghetti and toss it in the Bolognese sauce until it's well coated. To get the best flavour, let the spaghetti and sauce simmer together for a few minutes.

V. Serving and Enjoying Your BBQ Spaghetti Bolognese

To serve, top the spaghetti with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and some fresh herbs like parsley or basil. You can also pair it with a glass of red wine. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.

BBQ Spaghetti Bolognese is a delicious and easy twist on a classic Italian dish. By using BBQ rubs such as Bovine Espresso by Flaming Coals, you can add new and exciting flavours to the traditional recipe. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a dinner party, this dish is sure to impress. We hope this blog post has inspired you to try something new in the kitchen and enjoy a flavorful meal with your loved ones.

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by: Michael Wilkie