INGREDIENTS
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4 slices white bread, crusts removed, torn into pieces
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck(85% lean)
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3/4 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from casings
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2 ounces Parmigiano- Reggiano cheese, finely grated (about 1/2 cup, plus more for garnish if desired
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2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
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1/4 cup minced garlic (about 12 cloves)
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cups chopped yellow onion
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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3/4 cup dry red wine
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One 28-ounce can tomato puree
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One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
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2 bay leaves
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1 1/2 cups water
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1/3 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
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2 tablespoons evaporated milk (optional)
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1 pound dried spaghetti, cooked until al dente, for serving