Italian Gravy or Sunday Sauce 🇮🇹
Description: It takes some time, but Sundays don’t get any better than this. A basic tomato sauce that is to die for.
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Recipe Category: Sauces
- Keywords: European, Weeknight, Stove Top, Less than 4 Hours
- Yield: 2-3 quarts
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 tbsp | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 2 tbsp | Tomato paste |
| 3 cups | Tomato puree |
| 1 clove | Garlic |
| 1 | Pork neck bones |
| 1 | Pork ribs or sausage |
| 3 cups | Water |
| – | Cheesecloth |
| – | Salt and pepper to taste |
| – | Italian seasoning |
Instructions:
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Heat a Stock Pot:
- Place a stock pot on medium-high heat.
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Brown the Neck Bones:
- Add extra virgin olive oil to the pot and brown the pork neck bones until they are golden on all sides.
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Wrap the Neck Bones:
- Remove the neck bones from the pot and wrap them in cheesecloth. This step prevents bone splinters from ruining the sauce as the neck bones will fall apart during cooking.
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Fry the Tomato Paste:
- In the same pot, fry the tomato paste for about a minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
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Add Tomato Puree:
- Pour in the tomato puree and add 2-3 cups of water until you reach the desired consistency. It should be slightly more watery than store-bought sauce.
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Simmer with Neck Bones:
- Return the wrapped neck bones to the pot and let the sauce simmer for about an hour, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Season and Add Meat:
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste. Then add pork ribs or sausage to the sauce. Simmer for an additional two hours or until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve this delicious Italian gravy or Sunday sauce with fresh bread for dipping or over pasta. It’s perfect for a cozy Sunday meal with family and friends.
This Italian gravy or Sunday sauce recipe is a labor of love, but the rich flavors and comforting aromas make it worth the effort. Prepare it on a leisurely Sunday afternoon and let it simmer away while you relax and enjoy the anticipation of a delicious meal. Whether served with pasta, bread, or any other favorite dish, this sauce is sure to become a cherished family tradition. Mangia! 🍝🇮🇹
