Mushroom Walnut Bolognese with a Hint of Cinnamon

100g cremini mushrooms, chopped 30g walnuts, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely diced 1 garlic clove, minced 150g canned crushed tomatoes 1 tsp olive oil 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil leaves for garnish Cooked pasta of choice (about 80g dry weight)

A simple and comforting bolognese-inspired dish featuring earthy mushrooms and crunchy walnuts, with a subtle cinnamon twist that adds warmth and depth to the traditional flavors.

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. 2. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent. 3. Add chopped mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and begin to brown. 4. Stir in chopped walnuts and cook for another 2 minutes. 5. Add crushed tomatoes and ground cinnamon; stir well. 6. Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 8. Serve hot over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh basil leaves.