Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan. Add the onion and cook until soft. Add the garlic, thyme, and chili flakes and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 2

Pour in the wine and cook until it reduces by about half.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, beef stock, leftover beef, and the rind from a block of pa (if you have leftover vegetables from a pot roast then add them in as well, they add great flavor).

Step 4

Simmer for 20 minutes to bring out the flavors (if you have time, simmer for up to an hour).

Step 5

Cook the pasta according to the package directions.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked pasta and simmer for another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

Step 7

Remove the rind of cheese before serving and serve with grated cheese.