Mama Mia Spaghetti Sauce

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Yield: Makes 5 servings
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Ingredients:
1
tablespoon olive oil

1
package (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms

1/2
cup finely chopped carrots

1
clove garlic, minced

1
shallot, minced

1
pound 90% lean ground beef

2
cups canned or fresh crushed tomatoes

1/2
cup dry red wine or beef broth

2
tablespoons tomato paste

1
teaspoon salt

1
teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1/2
teaspoon dried basil

1/4
teaspoon black pepper

4
cups cooked spaghetti

Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)



Preparation:
1.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add mushrooms, carrots, garlic and shallot to skillet. Cook and stir 5 minutes. Place vegetables in slow cooker.

2.
Add ground beef to skillet; brown, stirring to break up meat. Drain fat. Place beef into slow cooker.

3.
Add tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, salt, oregano, basil and pepper. Cover; cook on HIGH 3 to 4 hours. Serve sauce with cooked spaghetti. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.





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