Not-Your-Average Spaghetti Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (6-oz.) can tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup red wine
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft and translucent.
2. Stir in the garlic, and cook for 1 minute.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Stir in the red wine and heavy cream, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Serve over your favorite pasta.

Interesting Facts

• Tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene, an antioxidant that may help protect against certain types of cancer.
• Garlic is a natural antibiotic, and can help boost your immune system.
• Red wine contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and protect the heart.