If enjoying a warm bowl of soup midsummer is wrong, I dont want to be right.
But formerTop ChefjudgePadma Lakshmihas something different in mind.
Read on for how Lakshmi makes aush.

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Step 2: Meat Sauce
Lakshmi then goes on to make the meat sauce.
First, she drizzles olive oil in a large pot to about medium-heat.
Next, add in and combine your choice of ground meats.
Lastly, stir in a can of chopped tomatoes and simmer altogether for about 8 minutes.
Set aside when finished.