Weeknight Bolognese

INGREDIENTS

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 teaspoons minced garlic (4 cloves)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
• 1 pound lean ground sirloin
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, lightly packed
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/4 cups dry red wine, divided
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3/4 pound dried pasta, such as orecchiette or small shells
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra to cook the pasta
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, preferably San Marzano