Spaghetti Bolognese

Sauce Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2.Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

3.Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.

4.Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red wine. Bring to a simmer.

5.Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer, uncovered, for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Pasta While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the salt and spaghetti. Cook until al dente, according to package instructions.

7.Drain the cooked spaghetti and return it to the pot.

8.Pour the sauce over the spaghetti and toss well to coat.

Garnish Serve the spaghetti bolognese hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.