Equipment

  • 1 bowl
  • 1 saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • 2 diced bacon rashers
  • 500 g beef mince
  • 425 g canned chopped tomato peeled
  • 2 tbs tomato paste
  • 1 tbs fresh oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/3 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tbs chopped parsley
  • 2 cup water
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 500 g spaghetti

Method

  • STEP 1 Heat oil in a large sauce pan. Saute onions and garlic until soft. Add bacon and saute for 1 minute.
  • STEP 2 Add beef and brown over high heat, stirring Constantly to break lumps.
  • STEP 3 Add tomatoes and Their juices, tomato paste, herbs, seasonings and water or stock. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40-60 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated and sauce is thick.
  • STEP 4 Boil and drain noodles and toss with a little butter. Pile onto serving bowl. Sprinkle with half the cheese.
  • STEP 5 Spoon sauce over the spaghetti and serve with the remainder of the cheese.

Notes

Use fresh or dried oregano. Water or beef stock.