1-Prepare all ingredients by finely dicing the onion, crushing the garlic, and measuring out the tomatoes, wine, and seasonings to get started smoothly.

2-Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until they soften and smell great.

3-Add the ground beef and pork and cook until browned, breaking it apart for even cooking. For vegan options, swap in plant-based crumbles here.

4-Pour in the red wine and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce it and boost the flavor.

5-Stir in canned tomatoes with their juices, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and bay leaf. Break up the tomatoes with a spoon for a chunky texture.

6-Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the sauce simmer gently for 30 minutes or until it thickens, stirring now and then.

7-Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, and add any extra herbs if you like. For gluten-free diets, double-check your ingredients.

8-Cook your pasta as per the package directions, reserving 1 ½ cups of pasta water before draining.

9-Toss the pasta with the sauce, using the reserved pasta water if needed to thin it out, then serve hot.