Does a dish need to be exactly as a recipe states for you to enjoy or can you adapt it? tr

I made a spag bol with spaghetti.
But on another occasion I added different veg and used tagliatelle.

I didn't see the big deal but I overheard a conversation where by although the group liked both dishes, I couldn't claim it to be spag bol since it was so different.

I was taken aback since I made the effort but fancied a change.
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Thevy29 · 41-45, M

At one stage I researched Spaghetti Bolognese recipes. I found 3 that claimed to be the original.. I tried each exactly as their recipes prescribed. And the adapted the bits I liked in all three into my own.
One family member had discovered adding bacon to theirs and another adds crushed chilli to his. I have tried to add those too. It's fair to say the recipe is constantly evolving.
Who knows, you may end up making something entirely new.