"Homemade spaghetti meat sauce is made with fresh, frozen, or canned tomatoes, and hot and mild Italian pork sausage. Slow simmered for a rich, meaty flavor, it beats store bought sauce any day...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds lean Italian style sausage (I use a mix of hot and mild, removed from casings)
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2 TBSP olive oil*
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1 cup chopped onion
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3 cups grated carrots
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5 - 6 cloves minced garlic
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6 pounds whole (peeled tomatoes, fresh, frozen, or canned)
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2 cups beef broth
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12 ounces tomato paste
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1/2 cup red wine or balsamic vinegar
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1 cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for garnish
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1/4 cup fresh oregano (chopped)
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1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp pepper