Sicilian Meat Sauce

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 3 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 to 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed or diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, drained
• 3 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped capers, drained
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup dry red wine or additional beef broth
• Hot cooked pasta
• Grated Parmesan cheese, optional