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1/4 cup GOOD extra virgin olive oil
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pinch of crushed red pepper
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1 stalk celery, chopped
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2 carrots, chopped (you can also use baby carrots...I usually do since that's what's normally in my fridge)
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1 large or 2 medium yellow onion, chopped
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3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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salt and pepper
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1 T. fresh basil, chopped
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1 pound ground beef (you can sub turkey, veal, pork, even lamb, or a combo of any of these)
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1/2 cup dry white or red wine (maybe a bit more)
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1 large can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
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fresh basil for garnish, optional
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your favorite grated cheese (mine is Parmagiano Reggiano or Pecorino Romano)
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