In a big pot, brown beef in oil over medium heat.Add onion, garlic, celery, carrots and green pepper and cook a few minutes, stirring.Add tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil.Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover.Cook on low or in a 300°F/150°C oven for another 2 1/2 hours, stirring from time to time.

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1/4 cup (60 mL) extra virgin olive oil 1 lb (454 g) ground beef 3/4 cup (190 mL) diced onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 stalks celery, diced 1/2 cup (125 mL) grated carrot 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped green peppers 3 cups (750 mL) diced plum tomatoes 1/2 cup (125 mL) tomato paste 3 Tbsp. (45 mL) Worcestershire sauce 1 fresh rosemary 1 Tbsp. (15 mL) chopped fresh oregano 2 Tbsp. (30 mL) chopped fresh basil 1 bay leaf 1 tsp. (5 mL) crushed chilis