Spaghetti with Meat Sauce – Authentic Italian Style

extra virgin olive oil (, divided)

lbs lean ground beef ((85% or 90%))

medium carrot (, finely grated (about 1/2 cup))

medium yellow onion (, finely diced (about 1/2 cup))

garlic (, finely minced)

crushed Roma tomatoes (I recommend Contadina)

chopped fresh basil

chopped fresh parsley

dried rosemary (, crushed)

dried thyme

dried oregano

dried marjoram

dried sage

bay leaves

salt (, or to taste)

freshly ground black pepper

chicken or beef broth (, to thin sauce if desired)

freshly (, finely grated Romano and Parmesan cheese or Mizithra cheese for serving)