Classic Ragu

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds peeled, seeded, pureed fresh tomatoes or 1 large can of peeled tomatoes
• 1 small carrot, finely diced
• 1 rib of celery, finely diced
• cooked tagliatelle
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1/4 lb ground sausage
• 1/2 lb ground veal
• olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. In a pot add a couple glugs of olive oil & sauté clove of garlic until brown then discard.
2. On medium heat sauté veggies slowly for about 10 minutes – so they are not brown but translucent.
3. Raise the heat slightly & add in meat – breaking up the pieces with a wooden spoon.
4. Season with salt & pepper.
5. Add tomatoes & half a glass of water.
6. Bring up to boil.
7. Lower to a very low simmer for 2.5 hours stirring occasionally.
8. Toss with your favorite pasta.
9. If sauce becomes too thick, add a little pasta water.

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