Sunday Gravy (Real Italian Spaghetti Sauce) and Meatballs ๐
Overview:
Sunday Gravy, the epitome of authentic Italian comfort food, is more than just a recipe; it’s a tradition passed down through generations. This sauce, simmered to perfection, paired with succulent meatballs, creates a culinary experience that transcends the ordinary. Prepare to embark on a journey to the heart of Italy’s kitchens, where flavor reigns supreme and every bite tells a story.
- Preparation Time: 40 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients:
- Olive oil
- 1 mild Italian sausage
- 5 garlic cloves
- Tomato paste
- 3 cans whole tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves
- 3 garlic cloves (for meatballs)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- Fresh Italian parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sauce:
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- Add the pork to the pot and brown it until it’s nearly cooked through. Transfer the pork to a plate.
- Brown the Italian sausage in the same pot and transfer it to the plate with the pork, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Add whole peeled garlic cloves to the pot and cook until they’re tender. Remove them from the pot and place them on the plate with the meats.
- Stir in the tomato paste until it becomes “saucy.”
- Chop up the whole tomatoes, reserving the juice in the cans, and add them to the pot. Pour in half of one can of the reserved juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the meats and garlic cloves to the pot, bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1 1/2 hours.
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Prepare the Meatballs:
- While the sauce simmers, prepare the meatballs by mixing together the ground beef, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, minced garlic cloves, and chopped fresh Italian parsley in a bowl.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs.
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Cook the Meatballs:
- Once the sauce has simmered for 1 1/2 hours, remove all the meat and garlic cloves from the pot.
- Gently add the meatballs to the sauce, turning the heat slightly higher than low.
- Let the meatballs cook in the sauce for approximately 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Your Sunday Gravy and Meatballs are now ready to be served! Ladle the sauce and meatballs over cooked spaghetti or your pasta of choice.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and additional grated cheese, if desired.
- Gather your loved ones around the table and indulge in this divine culinary creation that embodies the essence of Italian cooking.
Notes:
- This recipe is a timeless classic, perfected over generations.
- The secret to a truly authentic Sunday Gravy lies in the slow simmering of the sauce, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Don’t rush the cooking process; let the sauce and meatballs simmer gently to achieve the perfect texture and depth of flavor.
- Serve any leftover sauce and meatballs with crusty bread for a delicious Italian-inspired meal the next day.
- Buon appetito! Enjoy your Sunday Gravy and Meatballs with loved ones and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
