INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 cup diced yellow onion
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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1 teaspoon oregano
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1 teaspoon dry thyme leaves
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1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, lightly crushed (see note)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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fresh ground black pepper, to taste
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
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1 (28-ounce) can whole San Marzano tomatoes (see recipe note)
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2 cups low sodium beef broth
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2 teaspoons sugar
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2 tablespoons butter, optional
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Pasta of your choice, cooked according to package directions
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Parmesan cheese for topping