2 tablespoons canola or olive oil
2 small onions (or 1 large onion), chopped
4-5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons dried mint
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ lb ground lamb
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 – 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes (yes, 3 cans)
2 cups water
2 ½ cups gemelli (or macaroni)
Fresh ricotta cheese (2-3 heaping tablespoons per serving; you can also use feta or goat cheese)
Fresh mint, finely chopped
Fresh parsley, finely chopped