In a large frying pan add the oil on a high head and brown the onion (about 3-4 mins) add the beef in batches again until browned. Do not add all at once or you get grey steamed meat - uck !

Once all meat browned. Add the minced garlic and stir about 2 mins. The smell will be amazing.

Add everything else (well not the pasta lol) and stir. Lower heat to medium and allow to simmer. I do this for about 30-45 mins then allow to cool until needed. You can also batch freeze at the point.

When you want to serve cook pasta as per instructions. Heat the sauce and spoon over. Add a little cheese and I like add fresh basil.

Now the good part. Add old tomatoes, olives, mushrooms. More or less garlic. Or even a touch of chilli powder (I know all Italians will kill me) but the way was brought up - ENJOY and so easy to make in free time and serve for mid week dinner for the kids. ❤️