Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Pasta of your choice (for serving)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine (if using), oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve over cooked pasta and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For extra depth of flavor, sauté the vegetables longer until caramelized. Add milk or cream for a creamier sauce. Adjust herbs to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg