Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1/2 cup milk (or half-and-half or cream)
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1 1/2 cups crushed or pureed canned or boxed (Pomi) tomatoes
• To serve:
• 1 pound tagliatelle or pappardelle pasta
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Serves 4