1. Make the Meat Sauce

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook 4–5 minutes until soft.
3. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up well.
5. Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute to deepen flavor.
6. Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth (or wine).
7. Add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and sugar if using.
8. Simmer uncovered on low heat 25–35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and rich.

2. Cook the Pasta

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
3. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

3. Combine

1. Add pasta directly to the meat sauce.
2. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water if needed for silkiness.
3. Remove from heat.

4. Finish with Burrata

1. Spoon pasta into serving bowls or a large platter.
2. Tear burrata into pieces and place over hot pasta.
3. Garnish with basil, Parmesan, olive oil, and cracked pepper.