Method

• 1.
  Place the tomatoes, garlic, onion, and half the basil in a food processor. Pulse until very finely chopped.

• 2.
  Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat, add the mince and cook for 5-6 minutes until well browned, then add the tomato paste and stir to coat. Add the blended mixture, pinch of sugar, vinegar, wine and cook 15-20 minutes until reduced and fragrant.
• 3.
  Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, then drain, reserving ½ cup (125ml) cooking liquid.
• 4.
  Place half the sauce in a food processor and whiz until smooth (or use a stick blender in the saucepan), then add back to the pan with the pasta and reserved water.
• 5.
  Serve topped with parmesan and parsley.