Hearty Italian Sunday Gravy Recipe: A Flavorful Tradition 🍝

Italian Sunday Gravy Recipe 🍝

Overview:

Italian Sunday Gravy is a cherished tradition among Italian-Americans, often served as the highlight of Sunday dinners. This recipe, inspired by the culinary musings of Cher in Texas, Riffraff, and Bratty 1, offers a humble yet richly flavorful rendition of this classic dish. With a cooking time of approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes, it’s perfect for a leisurely weekend cooking session. Embrace the essence of Italian home cooking with this hearty and comforting meal.

• Preparation Time: 45 minutes
• Cooking Time: 3 hours
• Total Time: 3 hours and 45 minutes
• Servings: Multiple servings
• Cuisine: European
• Keywords: Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:

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   • Heat olive oil in a very large Dutch oven over medium heat.
   • Add garlic cloves and onions to the heated oil, sautéing until they become soft and translucent.
   • Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it’s well combined with the garlic and onions.
   • Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and chopped fresh parsley to the pot, stirring to incorporate all ingredients.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the sauce simmer gently.

2. Prepare the Meatballs:

   • While the sauce simmers, combine the eggs, minced garlic, salt, pepper, Romano cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a mixing bowl.
   • Add the ground beef to the mixture and combine thoroughly.
   • Form the meat mixture into balls, each about 2-1/2 inches in diameter.
   • Dredge the meatballs in flour, coating them evenly.

3. Cook the Meatballs:

   • In a skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
   • Fry the meatballs in batches until they are browned on all sides, ensuring they are not fully cooked through as they will finish cooking in the sauce.
   • Transfer the browned meatballs directly from the skillet to the simmering sauce, allowing them to cook further in the flavorful mixture.

4. Prepare the Sausage:

   • Place the sweet Italian sausage links and the hot Italian sausage in the Dutch oven with the simmering sauce.
   • Cover the sausages with water and bring the pot to a boil.
   • Let the sausages boil for approximately 5 minutes to remove excess fat.
   • Brown the parboiled sausages in a separate skillet before adding them back to the simmering sauce.

5. Simmer and Serve:

   • Once all the meatballs and sausages are in the pot, bring the sauce back to a gentle simmer.
   • Cover the pot and continue simmering the sauce over low heat for approximately 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
   • After the sauce has simmered to perfection, remove the meatballs and sausages from the pot and transfer them to a serving dish.
   • Toss the cooked pasta of your choice with the sumptuous sauce, ensuring every strand is coated in its rich flavors.
   • This recipe yields enough sauce to generously coat two pounds of cooked pasta, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends.
   • Any leftover sauce freezes exceptionally well, providing a convenient option for future meals.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 574.1
• Fat: 38.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 13.5g
• Cholesterol: 143.1mg
• Sodium: 1206.3mg
• Carbohydrates: 24.3g
  • Fiber: 4.2g
  • Sugar: 10.2g
• Protein: 33g

Enjoy the Authentic Flavors of Italian Sunday Gravy!

This Italian Sunday Gravy recipe encapsulates the heart and soul of Italian-American cuisine, offering a comforting and deeply satisfying dining experience. Whether enjoyed as a hearty Sunday dinner or prepared for special gatherings, this dish is sure to become a cherished favorite among family and friends. Embrace the tradition, savor the flavors, and create lasting memories with this classic Italian recipe. Mangia bene! 🇮🇹🍝