Ingredients
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1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 lb lean ground pork
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3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
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2 medium onions, finely chopped
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4 ribs celery, finely chopped
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2 carrots, finely chopped
- 2 tsp Beef bouillon powder
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1/2 tsp basil
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1/4 tsp sage flakes
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp oregano
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2 bay leaves
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Balsamic vinegar
- 1 (5.5 oz) can tomato paste
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1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup milk
- Prepared pasta of your choice – we like spaghetti
Instructions
- Cook onions and garlic in large skillet or frying pan on medium heat for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add carrots and celery. Cook to soften – about 10 minutes.
- Add ground beef and ground pork. Stir to combine. Add spices, sugar and boullion. Cook 5 minutes.
- Add tomato paste, stir to combine with meat and seasonings. Cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat, add milk, stir and let simmer for at least 30 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Serve with cooked pasta of your choice!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Method: Stove top
- Cuisine: Italian
