*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         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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