**Mama Mauro's Red Sauce: A Culinary Journey Through Italy's Beloved Pasta Tradition**
In the heart of Italy, where culinary traditions are passed down through generations, Mama Mauro's red sauce stands as a testament to the enduring power of family recipes. This rich, flavorful sauce, also known as sugo di pomodoro, is a fundamental element of Italian cuisine, gracing countless pasta dishes with its vibrant color and captivating taste. Mama Mauro's version, lovingly crafted with fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of secret ingredients, has become a beloved staple in households across the country. Join us on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets behind this cherished sauce, exploring variations, pairing suggestions, and the enchanting stories that accompany each recipe.
QUICK ARRABBIATA SAUCE
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions.
- While the pasta cooks, heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and grated onion and saute for 1 minute. Add the sun-dried tomato paste, red pepper flakes and garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the canned tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce comes to a simmer and reduces slightly, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Transfer the pasta to the skillet with the sauce, adding a little pasta water if need be, and toss together. Plate high and mighty and garnish with basil leaves and fresh Parmesan.
SPICY AGRODOLCE WING SAUCE
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Time 25m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the vinegar, sugar, crushed red pepper, salt and garlic in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens and can coat the back of a spoon, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, then add the butter and whisk to combine. Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Use on wings cooked to your preference.
THE BEST TOMATO SAUCE
There are about as many versions of tomato sauce as there are cooks in the world. The Italian-American heritage of one of our test-kitchen team members informed the development of this recipe, leading us to a version of her family's favorite tomato sauce. A variety of canned tomatoes adds richness. A long simmer helps the flavors meld and results in a sauce that is perfect on pasta or nestled around chicken cutlets or meatballs.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories condiment
Time 1h50m
Yield 12 cups
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the olive oil and garlic cloves in a large saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is soft and golden brown, about 6 minutes (do not let the garlic burn). Once the cloves are nicely browned remove them from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Add the onion to the garlic-infused oil and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Crush the can of San Marzano tomatoes into the pot with your hands, then fill the can with water and pour it into the sauce. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, granulated garlic, onion powder and crushed red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Finely chop the reserved browned garlic cloves and add to the sauce.
- Stir in the Parmesan rind, if using, and the basil sprig. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until it has deepened in color and reduced slightly, about 1 hour 30 minutes (if the sauce begins to scorch, lower the heat). Season to taste with salt and pepper. Discard the Parmesan rind and basil before serving.
MAURO'S MICHELADA SUPREME
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories beverage
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Serving suggestion: pork
- In a blender, combine the tomato juice, lime juice, Worcestershire, fish sauce and hot sauce, and blend until smooth. Mix the salt, chili powder and cilantro, and coat the rim of 4 glasses. Fill the glasses with ice. Fill each glass one-quarter full with the tomato mixture, and then fill the remainder with the beer. Give it a light stir and serve with a lime wedge and a platter of pork.
COCKTAIL SAUCE
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories condiment
Time 1h5m
Yield About 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, fish sauce and black pepper in a bowl and let sit for 1 hour before serving.
MAMA'S RED TAMALES
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 5h45m
Yield 90 to 100 tamales
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare pork roasts by boiling the meat with about 2 tablespoons of garlic salt per roast. Use as many pots as you need to accommodate the roast. Cook the meat until fork tender and comes apart with no resistance. This usually takes about 2 hours. Reserve pork broth. Pull meat apart into chunks and refrigerate until ready to use.
- While the meat is cooking, clean dried chilies by removing the tops and discarding the seeds. Place pods into a bath of water and soak for a few minutes. While pods are soaking, fill a large pot halfway with water. Place your clean chili pods in the water and push them down until the water covers all. Bring to a boil and then simmer 34 to 45 minutes. When done, remove from heat.
- Transfer small bunches of the tender chili pods to a blender and blend on high until the pods turn to a liquid mixture. (The seed and skins will make the mixture seem a little chunky but that will be removed in a food mill.) Pour the chili sauce into a food mill which should be attached to a bowl or saucepan. Run the sauce through the mill until no more liquid is left in the top of the mill. Discard the leftover seeds and skin. Repeat this process for the remaining chili sauce until all of it has been run through the food mill. Next, add the ground cumin to the chili sauce. This sauce uses quite a bit of salt; add small amounts at a time, to taste.
- Once chili sauce is properly seasoned, add pork to the chili sauce. Stir until thoroughly mixed. No need to heat, just put the mixture in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Open packages of cornhusks and remove the silk from each husk. Place cornhusks into a sink filled with warm water. Let the husks soak for about 3 minutes. Remove the husks from the water and place on a cookie sheet and cover with damp towel to keep moist.
- Prepare masa according to the directions on the package, or buy pre-made masa, available at specialty ethnic food stores. Also try calling a Mexican restaurant, they may make it for you. To soften up the masa before you work with it, add approximately 2 cups of the reserved pork broth.
- Once softened, divide masa into deep bowls amongst the people helping. Press masa flat, down into the bowl, creating a flat surface. Take 1 cornhusk and lay it flat, add a large dollop of the masa onto the husk. Spread the masa out onto the leaf with the back of a spoon to create a thin paste like coverage, being sure to leave no holes. Place 2 tablespoons of the chili sauce/pork mixture onto the masa. (It?s best to keep a bowl of the sauce next to you at all times.) Fold the tamale bringing two sides together so that they slightly overlap, then fold the bottom up over the folded sides. Press down slightly on top of tamale while holding everything in place and the masa will act as a glue to seal the filling.
- Place tamales standing upright into a large double steamer. Steam for 2 hours. Remove tamales from steamer and let stand about 5 minutes. Pull off husk and eat. If desired, tamales may be frozen in plastic storage bags. To steam frozen tamales, just add 1 hour to the cooking time.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes: This will give your sauce the best flavor. If you can't find fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes, but make sure to drain them well and rinse them before using.
- Sauté your vegetables: Sautéing the onions, garlic, and peppers in olive oil will help to bring out their flavor and sweetness.
- Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in Italian cooking, so make sure to use a good quality oil that has a fruity, peppery flavor.
- Simmer your sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will help to develop the flavor and thicken the sauce.
- Season your sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and oregano to taste. You can also add a pinch of sugar if you like.
- Serve your sauce over your favorite pasta: Spaghetti, penne, and rigatoni are all good choices.
- Garnish your sauce with fresh parsley or basil: This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Mama Mauro's Red Sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for pasta, pizza, and even chicken or fish. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this sauce is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Mama Mauro's Red Sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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