Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Meat Lover's Spaghetti Sauce

Fry in a large Dutch Oven:
6 to 8 slices bacon

Brown:
24 Ounces Ground Beef (or blend of Meats, if desired)
1 large Onion
2 ribs celery, chopped
Season salt to taste

Stir in:
1(18-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1(14-ounce) jar artichoke hearts (optional)
1(14-0unce) can italian style stewed tomatoes
1(6-ounce) can tomato paste
1(2-ounce) can sliced black olives, drained (optional)
1 cup red wine

Add:
2 t black pepper
1 t oregano, crushed
1 t basil, crushed
1/2 t (or more!)ground red pepper
1 bay leaf

Simmer:
For one hour or to the desired consistency, stirring occassionally.

Taste:
Occassionally to make sure you have desired seasoning.

Discard:
The bay leaf and spoon the sauce over pasta of your choice.

Don't forget the Parmesan Cheese!

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