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Ingredientes
- 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, more for sprinkling
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 Tbs. chopped parsley
- 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
- 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- Sugar, as needed
- 2 Tbs. chopped fresh basil
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