Ingredients

  • 0.5 (8 ounce) package penne
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3/4 lb extra lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Emeril's Itailian Essence
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce, unsalted
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste with basil garlic and oregano
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • parmesan cheese

Method

  • Cook pasta per package instructions.
  • Heat oil in skillet and brown meat.
  • Add all spices and simmer an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste and stir thoroughly.
  • Add 1/2 cup wine and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Add cooked pasta and heat through.
  • Serve with Parmesan cheese and remaining wine!