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                        Spaghetti A La Brindisi

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Pasta                            Main dish

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
 16       oz           Spaghetti
  4                    Scallions -- thinly sliced
  4       oz           Water
  1       ts           Basil
  2       oz           Olive oil
    1/2   lb           Fresh mushrooms -- sliced
  6       oz           Tomato paste
 12       oz           Can whole tomatoes
    1/2   ts           Pepper
  4       cl           Garlic -- crushed
 16       oz           Ground beef or sausage
  1       ts           Oregano
    1/2   c            Parmesan cheese -- grated

 Heat olive oil in large saucepan.

 Add garlic, scallions and meat.

 Cook over low heat 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned; stir
 occasionally. Set aside.

 Mix tomato paste and water in al large bowl. Stir until smooth.

 Add whole tomatoes, mushrooms, oregano, basil, and pepper; stir
 well.

 Add mixture to saucepan and cook over low-medium heat for
 2-3 minutes.

 Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 mintues.

 Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in boiling water.

 Immediately drain into colander.

 Place spaghetti portions onto plates.

 Add sauce and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.

 Serve with Polo Brindisi Rosso wine.


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