Best 4 Carols Italian Gravy Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to Italy with Carols Italian Gravy, a delectable sauce that captures the essence of traditional Italian cooking. This versatile sauce forms the heart of numerous Italian dishes and boasts a rich, flavorful profile that elevates pasta, chicken, and meatballs to new heights. In this comprehensive guide, you will find a collection of Carol's Italian Gravy recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic sauce. From the basic tomato sauce to variations featuring sausage, mushrooms, and even seafood, these recipes provide a range of options to suit every palate. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, Carol's Italian Gravy is sure to become a staple in your kitchen, adding a touch of Italian charm to your everyday meals.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

OLD SCHOOL ITALIAN GRAVY



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Rich and delicious, this Old School Italian Gravy is a perfectly crafted sauce that is simmered all day and is great for any Italian dish!

Provided by Amanda

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 medium beef marrow bone (neck, knuckle or ribs bones)
1/2 large yellow onion (chopped)
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
2 Tablespoons dried basil
2 Tablespoons dried parsley
2 Tablespoons dried oregano
6 ounces tomato paste
1 1/2 cups dry red wine (approximately 1/2 of a bottle)
2 quarts beef broth
2 28 ounce cans San Marzano whole peeled tomatoes
2 28 ounce cans crushed tomatoes
2 28 ounce cans tomato puree
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat a large stock pot over medium high heat and add in the olive oil. Once the the olive oil begins to shimmer, add in the beef bone and cook till browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the chopped onion and saute for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent and start to brown.
  • Next, add in the garlic, herbs and tomato paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes while stirring.
  • Deglaze the pot by pouring in the red wine and scraping the bottom of the pot to remove any bits stuck to it.
  • Add in the beef broth as well as all of the tomatoes (whole, crushed and puree) and stir to thoroughly combine. Reduce heat to medium low.
  • Continue to simmer the sauce for a minimum of 1 hour, but 4-6 hours is preferred. Make sure to stir the sauce every 30 minutes or so to make sure everything is combined and nothing burns.
  • Once the sauce has been cooked down, remove the beef bone and season with salt and pepper, if needed. The sauce can then be used immediately or cooled completely to be frozen or canned. For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend to the desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cups, Calories 39 kcal, Sugar 1 g, Sodium 263 mg, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

ITALIAN GRAVY



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 7h55m

Yield 18 to 20 pints gravy

Number Of Ingredients 33

3/4 cup olive oil, divided
4 beef short ribs, 1/2 to 3/4 pound
6 oxtails, about 1/2 pound
1/2 pound country style spare ribs
1 prime rib or beef neck bone, about 1/2 pound
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
2 1/2 teaspoons granulated onion, divided
2 tablespoons garlic powder, divided
2 links Italian sausage, 1 sweet and 1 hot, casings removed
1 1/2 pounds unseasoned pork sausage
1 pound ground beef
3 large onions, finely chopped
1 bunch Italian parsley, stems removed, finely chopped
12 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced shallot
2 jalapeno peppers, stems and seeds removed, minced
1/2 cup pesto, made without cheese or pine nuts (available frozen)
2 cups of good red wine
10 cremini mushrooms, sliced
10 button mushrooms, sliced
2 portobello mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon sugar, divided
106 ounces tomato puree
106 ounces tomato sauce
6 cups chicken stock
3 1/2 cups tomatoes, peeled, chopped and stewed, can use canned
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
Water to cover
2 whole allspice berries
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
3 tablespoons cream sherry

Steps:

  • Cover the bottom of a 10 quart pot with olive oil and set over medium heat. Add short ribs, oxtails, country style spare ribs and beef neck bone and brown them with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon granulated onion, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Cook until both sides of meat are browned. Remove meat to a bowl and set aside. In the same pan add the sausage and ground beef. When ground meats are cooked through, drain grease and oil from pan. If there are any large pieces of the ground meats, break them up or pulse in a food processor. Add to bowl with other meats, set aside. Pour 1/4 cup olive oil into pot and saute onions, Italian parsley, garlic, shallots, jalapeno peppers, and pesto. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic and 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion. When onions are limp, add all of the reserved meats. Over medium heat, add 2 cups red wine. While this mixture is cooking, in a separate saute pan, add 1/4 cup olive oil and over medium heat saute mushrooms. Raise heat to medium high and add 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 granulated garlic, 1/2 teaspoon sugar. When mushrooms are browned add them to meats along with the tomato puree, tomato sauce and stock. In a food processor pulse stewed tomatoes with tomato paste until smooth and add them to the pot. Add allspice, Italian seasoning, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon granulated garlic, 1 teaspoon granulated onion. The gravy must cover the meat and come close to the top of the pot. Reduce heat to the lowest simmer and cook uncovered for approximately 4 to 5 hours. Stir occasionally to keep from sticking to the bottom of the pan. When meat on oxtail is tender, take all of the whole meats out of the pot, leaving the ground meats in. To complete gravy, add 1 tablespoon granulated garlic, fresh basil and cream sherry. Serve the meat with gravy and pasta. Remove the rest of the gravy from the heat and let cool for 2 hours at room temperature then divide into pint containers and freeze.

ITALIAN GRAVY



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This recipe is a homemade spaghetti meat sauce that has been passed down to 4 generations of Sicilians. The recipe has been altered by each person to fit personal preference and taste. Fresh tomatoes can be put in the place of the puree but not recommended, due to the high acidity of the fresh tomatoes.

Provided by Carla R. Bure

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes     Pork Gravy

Time 5h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
4 pounds pork shoulder roast
½ cup white wine
3 cups water
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
3 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree
6 cups water
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Saute onions and garlic until lightly browned. Place pork shoulder in pot, and pour in 1/2 cup white wine and 3 cups water. In a small bowl, combine oregano, parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Sprinkle 1/4 of spice mixture over pork. Cover, and cook for 30 minutes turning occasionally. Add water periodically if needed.
  • Pour in tomato puree. Fill cans with water, and pour in (about 6 cups). Stir in remaining spice mixture and the sugar. When liquid starts to bubble, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 4 to 5 hours. Stir occasionally, and adjust seasonings to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 96.8 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 794.4 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

CAROL'S ITALIAN GRAVY



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I was fortune enough to get this recipe from a dear italian friend. She is an amazing cook! This is the most amazing sauce ever! You can use it in any italian recipe. It freezes very well too! Enjoy and thank you Carol S!

Provided by Pame Daily

Categories     Gravies

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lge can diced tomatoes or 28 oz.fresh romas
1 lge can crushed tomatoes
1 lge,can pureed tomatoes
1 sml can tomato paste
4-6 beef short ribs, a must have!!!!
several sweet italian sausage, optional
1-2 lge onions,diced
3-4 lge garlic cloves,crushed or minced
2 Tbsp sugar
1 cup burgundy wine or any red wine you have on hand
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
2-3 tsp evoo or more up to 2 tbsp works well.
to taste salt,black pepper,basil (fresh if possible!),oregano
1-2 lge bay leaves

Steps:

  • 1. you'll need a huge stewing pot! pot,med heat,add EVOO,lightly brown your ribs on both sides,scraping up pieces to prevent burning. Remove from pot. To pot add your onions,garlic & saute til onions are opague,not brown. Do not burn garlic,or it will be bitter. add all the tomatoes,& rest of ingredients. Add your meat to the pot. Turn heat back to simmer after a full boil. Simmer for 4 hrs. covered. Check frequently to make sure it doesn't burn. This will be a thick sauce Or gravy as the Italians call it! Serve with your favorite pasta. May add ground beef or meatballs. Garlic bread and toss salad. May use in any italian dishes. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients, especially tomatoes and olive oil. Fresh, ripe tomatoes will give your sauce the best flavor. And a good olive oil will add richness and depth of flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too many ingredients to the pot at once, they won't cook evenly and the sauce will be watery. Add the ingredients in batches, and give each batch a chance to cook before adding the next.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the sauce, the better it will taste.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. Be careful not to over-season the sauce, as you can always add more seasoning later.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta. This sauce is perfect for serving over spaghetti, penne, or any other type of pasta. You can also use it as a pizza sauce or a dipping sauce for breadsticks.

Conclusion:

Carol's Italian Gravy is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for both beginner and experienced cooks. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Carol's Italian Gravy a try. You won't be disappointed!

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