Ingredients
Serves: Yields 10 cups sauce (8-10 servings)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours, 10 minutes
1 large onion, finely diced
1 medium carrot, minced
1/4 cup minced celery
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine
2 cans (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
2 slices day-old bread, torn into pieces
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1-1/2 lbs ground beef
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Hot pasta for serving
Preparation