Mom's Spaghetti Bolognese

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 pound spaghetti

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain fat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the wine and cook for 1 minute.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente.
6. Drain and return to pot.
7. Add the sauce and stir to combine.
8. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Bolognese sauce is named after the Italian city of Bologna, where it is believed to have originated.
• The traditional Italian version of this dish does not contain tomato sauce or paste.
• Ground beef is often referred to as "mincemeat" in some countries.
• Spaghetti is one of the most popular pastas in the world.