Okay, stay with us, this explanation can get a little confusing! Bolognese sauce is a type of ragù, but ragù is not bolognese. It consists of a combination of meat, tomatoes, herbs, spices, and sometimes wine or cream.  Meanwhile, spaghetti sauce is a simple tomato-based sauce seasoned with just a handful of aromatics, herbs, and spices. As a result, it’s thinner, slightly less rich in flavor, and doesn’t have to contain meat.