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For the Bolognese sauce: 1.
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Chop the onion and cook over low heat for 10 minutes in a large saucepan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
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Peel and dice the tomatoes and add them to the saucepan with the sugar to cut the acidity.
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Add basil and/or oregano, along with any of your favorite spices.
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Cook the vegetables over low heat for 12 to 15 minutes.
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Use an immersion or stand blender to puree the mixture into a sauce and set aside.
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Chop onion, garlic and carrots and cook over low heat for 12-15 minutes in a large skillet with the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
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Sprinkle the ground beef with remaining salt and ground black pepper.
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Add beef to a large skillet, sprinkle thyme and cook and stir over medium heat for 5-6 minutes.
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Add white wine and cook for 15-17 minutes more, letting the alcohol evaporate.
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Pour the reserved tomato sauce into the large skillet and mix.
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For the pasta: 1.
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Bring a pot of slightly salted water to a boil.
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Add pasta and cook according to package instructions (10 12 minutes).
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When done, drain off the water.
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Mix pasta with the homemade Bolognese sauce and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on the top.
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Serve and enjoy.
