The Romantic Bolognese From Bologna - The Kitchen Doesn't Bite

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds ground meat (beef, veal, pork)
• 1 lb. Gemelli pasta or pappardelle
• 2 oz. Italian pancetta or prosciutto
• 3/4 cup red wine (a bold style will be better)
• 2 tbsp. pure tomato paste
• 2 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 white onion, peeled and finely chopped
• 1-2 carrots, peeled and small diced
• 1 celery, cleaned and finely chopped
• 4 cloves of fresh garlic, finely chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Parmigiano Reggiano cheese to taste
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth (optional)