Classic Meat Sauce

from Family Circle

Classic Meat Sauce
Prep 15 mins Cook 30 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 3/4 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 can (28 ounces) Italian peeled tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound pappardelle or wide noodles

Make It

1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet. Add onion; cook until softened, 4 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook until liquid evaporates, 5 minutes.

2. Add beef; cook, breaking up clumps, until browned. Add wine; cook until wine evaporates. Add tomatoes with their liquid, water, salt and pepper; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.

3. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Add to skillet; toss.

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