At Story House Early Learning, mealtimes are more than just food on a plate; they’re moments of comfort, discovery, and full tummies. Behind the scenes at our Kew centre, our talented Chef Taesik (Bryan) has been serving up nutritious, delicious meals with heart.
With a deep passion for creating child-friendly meals packed with goodness, Chef Taesik (Bryan) has perfected dishes that our little learners genuinely look forward to. Curious what’s on the menu?
Today, we’re sharing one of these family favourites straight from Chef Taesik (Bryan)’s kitchen, their much-loved Spaghetti Bolognese recipe. Packed with nutrients and hidden veg, this one’s a hit at lunchtime and perfect for the whole family to recreate at home.
Chef Taesik (Bryan)’s Spaghetti Bolognese
Ingredients
- 500 g spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 g beef mince
- 1 brown onion
- 1 tin brown lentils
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 each grated zucchini and carrot
- 140g tomato paste
- 400 g tin chopped tomatoes
- 700g tomato puree
- 1 beef stock cube
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated parmesan or cheddar to serve
Method
- Cook the spaghetti according to packet instructions / your own preferences. Drain when cooked.
- Meanwhile, place the olive oil in a large frying pan over a high heat for 1 minute. Add the beef mince, break up with a spatula and fry for 5 minutes, until nicely browned, stirring regularly.
- Add onion and lentils, cook until onion is almost translucent and add garlic.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste and tomato puree, and crumble in the stock cube.
- Stir everything together and add grated carrot and zucchini, bring to the boil. Turn the heat down to medium and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Divide the spaghetti between 4 plates, top with the bolognese sauce and sprinkle over the grated cheese.
- Alternatively, serve the cheese in a bowl on the table for everyone to help themselves
Whether it’s their first taste of a Spaghetti Bolognese or a regular favourite, this dish is always a winner at Story House. It’s hearty, wholesome, and made with love, just how Chef Taesik (Bryan) likes it.
Stay tuned for more recipes and behind-the-scenes moments from our incredible team of educators, carers, and chefs.
