INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp olive seed oil
1/4 onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
16 oz ground beef (80% lean)
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1.5 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
3/4 cup red wine
1 (28 oz can) crushed tomatoes
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon oregano
8 oz bag of paparadelle ( or your favorite pasta!)
Grated parmesan cheese for topping
Fresh basil for topping (optional)
Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total: 55 mins
Serving Size: 3-4
Directions:
In a large sauce pan over medium heat, add oil followed by the onion. Let cook for 5 mins or until onion become translucent
Stir in minced garlic and let cook for another 5 mins
Increase heat to medium high and add ground beef. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Actively stirring, cook meat for 4-5 mins
Add red wine, stir and let cook for 3 mins
Reduce heat to medium then add crushed tomatoes and brown sugar. Mix throughly and let simmer for 10 mins
Reduce heat to medium/low and add oregano. Let cook for 15
In the meantime, bring a medium pot of water to a boil and cook up pasta
In a large serving bowl, add cooked pasta and top with bolognese followed by parmesan and basil.