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Make the ragu

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and onion and cook, breaking the meat up with a spoon, for 6 to 8 minutes, until browned and no longer pink. Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning for 1 minute, then add the tomatoes and a good pinch of salt. Simmer gently, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring now and then, and heat the oven to 375°F while it simmers.