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30-Minute Mushroom Bolognese

A hearty, umami-rich vegetarian pasta sauce made with mushrooms, tomatoes, and herbs—ready in just 30 minutes for the perfect cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 carrot finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery finely chopped
  • 16 oz mushrooms finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 14 oz crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar optional
  • 0.5 cup vegetable broth as needed
For Serving
  • 12 oz pasta spaghetti or rigatoni
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • grated Parmesan or vegan alternative

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Pot for pasta
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup cooking water.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery in olive oil for 5–6 minutes.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook 8–10 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, then add crushed tomatoes, herbs, salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar.
  5. Simmer 10 minutes, adding broth or pasta water to thin if needed.
  6. Toss pasta with sauce, garnish with basil and Parmesan, and serve hot.

Notes

A rich and hearty vegetarian take on classic Bolognese—ready in 30 minutes and perfect for any pasta night.