MEAT SAUCE FOR SPAGHETTI

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Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup burgundy wine
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Hot cooked spaghetti

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.

Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, onion, carrots, water, tomato sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic, wine, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until bubbly. Serve with spaghetti and freshly grated parmesan cheese.