Saltsa Kima (Greek Meat Sauce)

Directions

1. 1

   Karen Mintzias 1 Onion

2. 2

   chopped fine 3 tb Butter 1 lb Lean ground beef 1 Garlic clove 1/2 c Dry red wine 1 lb Canned, peeled tomatoes* 2 tb Tomato paste 1/2 ts Gran

3. 3

   In a heavy saucepan cook the onion in a little water over medium heat until softened, then add the fat and cook the onion until translucent

4. 4

   Combine the ground beef with the onion, mashing with a fork and stirring until the raw color disappears

5. 5

   Add the garlic and wine, then cover and simmer for 5 minutes

6. 6

   Stir in the tomatoes, the tomato paste, sugar, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, salt and pepper to taste, then simmer, covered, for 30 minutes long

7. 7

   Add the parsley and basil during the last 10 to 15 minutes

8. 8

   Cook uncovered for the last few minutes, to allow excess liquid to evaporate