Chop the carrots, celery, and onion, then set them aside.

Mince garlic and measure out red pepper flakes and olive oil (affiliate). Set aside.

In a saucepan over medium heat, ad add olive oil (affiliate), red pepper flakes, and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes.

Then, add the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 2 minutes.

Now, add the ground beef. Break it up and brown for 5 minutes and mix with the onion, celery, and carrots.

Add, the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, parsley. Stir well and then transfer to the slow cooker (affiliate).

Turn on low and cook for 3-4 hours checking about every hour or so.

Let it sit out and then transfer it to a container to freeze or refrigerate.

Serve with egg noodles, penne pasta, or spaghetti.