Description
A slow-simmered tomato sauce that’s cozy and full of rich flavors, perfect for pasta nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 56 ounces crushed tomatoes (two 28 ounce cans)
- 1 pound mixed meat (Italian sausage, meatballs, pork ribs)
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chili flakes, a small piece of parmesan rind, fresh basil
Instructions
- Brown the meat in a little olive oil in batches if needed.
- Remove meat to a plate, then cook chopped onion until soft in the same pot.
- Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato paste and let it cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes and a splash of water; stir well.
- Add dried oregano, a pinch of chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Return the meat to the pot, partially cover, and simmer low for 120 to 180 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste near the end and adjust salt, adding butter or milk if needed.
Notes
Keep the heat low to avoid boiling and add water if the sauce thickens too much.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Italian, red gravy, Sunday sauce, pasta sauce, comfort food, homemade sauce