Cook the minced onion in olive oil in a heavy pot on moderate heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized.

Add the ground beef and let the meat release its juice. Add the crushed red hot pepper if desired. Cook until no more water is left and the meat acquire a light brownish color

Add the Homemade Traditional Tomato Sauce ↪, salt and pepper and gently simmer, covered, until sauce is thickened, about 20 minutes, then remove from heat

Bolognese Sauce fits with many types of pasta such as spaghetti, tagliatelle, penne, rigatoni, gnocchi and medium shells. It is also an essential ingredient for the well known Lasagna (see recipe in our website)

You may use a canned traditional tomato sauce instead of the homemade tomato sauce.