Sausage, Artichoke & Sun-Dried Tomato Ragu

This is a thick and hearty spaghetti sauce that's simple to prepare. Like all good spaghetti sauces, this recipe tastes even better the next day. If you prefer a little celery or bell pepper...

Directions In a large skillet, cook sausage, beef and onion over medium-high heat 4-6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow...

Ingredients

• 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
• 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cans (6 ounces each) Italian tomato paste
• 1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• Hot cooked spaghetti
• Grated Parmesan cheese, optional