3 Way
by Mary Rogers
Email:theverns223@bellsouth.net

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Source: Mom
Course: Main
Cuisine: Italian
Food Group: Pasta
Serves: 4

Ingredients

1.25 pound(s) Ground chuck
1/2 Onion, chopped
3-4 clove(s) garlic, diced
1 tablespoon(s) tomato paste
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1/2 cup(s) red wine
1/2 pound(s) small penne pasta or elbows
1 can(s) 15 oz of diced tomatoes
1 can(s) 8 oz tomato sauce
Pecorino Romano
1/2 teaspoon(s) oregano
1/2 teaspoon(s) basil
Pinch of baking soda

 1.  Cook beef in large skillet until browned.  Drain and hold on the side.

2.  In now empty skillet, add the olive oil, onions, garlic and saute until translucent (about 5 minutes).

3.  Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly until it turns a darker red (about 1-2 minutes). 

4.  Add wine, stirring with a wooden spoon to deglaze, continue cooking until wine is reduced by half. 

5.  Stir in tomatoes, sauce, and spices, stir in a pinch of baking soda,

6.  Add beef and bring to a slow simmer. 

7. In a separate pot, boil pasta until al dente, drain. 

8. Toss pasta with pecorino romano, add beef mixture, and serve.  

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