Step 1

Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add mince. Cook, breaking up mince with a wooden spoon, for 8 minutes or until browned. Add wine. Cook for 2 minutes or until reduced by half.

Step 2

Transfer mince mixture to a 5.5-litre slow cooker. Add passata, bay leaves, garlic, Italian herbs, onion, carrot, celery, stock powder, tomato paste, sugar and 1/4 cup water. Cover. Cook on LOW for 8 hours.

Step 3

Cook pasta following packet instructions. Drain

Step 4

Serve bolognaise on pasta, topped with parmesan and basil.