Aidan's Special

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 6 oz can tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 lb penne pasta

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and thyme and stir to combine.
5. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water and stir to combine.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Meanwhile, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions.
8. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Stir to combine.
9. Serve the Aidan's Special hot with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is named after Aidan, the creator's nephew.
• This dish is perfect for potlucks and get-togethers.
• This dish can easily be made vegetarian by substituting the ground beef with cooked lentils.