2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground veal
1/2 cup red wine (optional, but adds great depth)
1 can (14 oz) crushed
tomatoes
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
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