""Recipe passed on from my Italian grandfather. The ultimate comfort food. Leftovers freeze nicely! To make this recipe more authentic, you can use a mixture of ground veal, pork, and beef. You can also substitute the balsamic vinegar for 1/2 cup of red wine."..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 slices bacon, diced
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1 large onion, finely chopped
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1 stalk celery, finely chopped
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1 carrot, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 pound lean ground beef
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 teaspoons white sugar
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese