A good handful of fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1x290g jar antipasti marinated mushrooms, drained
2 large onions, chopped
1 tsp dried thyme or a small handful of fresh leaves, chopped
2x400g cans chopped tomatoes
800g-1kg/1戮-2录lb dried spaghetti
Drizzle balsamic vinegar
2 fresh or dried bay leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil or sun-dried tomato oil from the jar
1 tsp dried oregano or a small handful of fresh leaves, chopped
Lots of freshly grated parmesan, to serve
6 rashers of smoked streaky bacon, chopped
1kg/2录lb lean minced beef
2 large glasses of red wine
12-14 sun-dried tomato halves, in oil