Best 8 Mamma Mia Meat Sauce Recipes

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**Mamma Mia Meat Sauce: A Symphony of Italian Flavors**

Mamma Mia Meat Sauce is a classic Italian dish that embodies the essence of rustic Italian cooking. This hearty and flavorful sauce, also known as "Sunday Sauce" or "Ragù alla Bolognese," is a staple in many Italian households and is widely enjoyed around the world. Made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, this rich and meaty sauce is slow-cooked with a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices, resulting in a complex and aromatic flavor profile. Typically served over pasta, such as spaghetti or tagliatelle, this versatile sauce can also be used to enhance other dishes like lasagna, eggplant parmesan, or even pizza. This article presents a collection of Mamma Mia Meat Sauce recipes, each offering unique variations on this timeless classic. From traditional recipes passed down through generations to modern interpretations with a twist, these recipes cater to a range of tastes and preferences, ensuring that everyone can find their perfect Mamma Mia Meat Sauce.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MAMMA MIA'S LASAGNE



Mamma Mia's Lasagne image

A from scratch recipe that freezes well. I learned how to make it in graduate school; we were all broke, so my friends pitched in with ingredients. It has never failed to please family and guests.

Provided by mammamia 2

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb lean ground meat
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 (1 lb) can tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
10 ounces lasagna noodles
3 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons parsley flakes
2 beaten eggs
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lb mozzarella cheese, grated
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Brown meat.
  • Add next 5 ingredients. Simmer uncovered 30 minutes.
  • Cook noodles according to package directions.
  • Drain and spread noodles out to cool on wax paper.
  • Combine remaining ingredients, except Mozzarella and oil.
  • Spread olive oil on bottom of 13 x 9 baking pan.
  • Place half noodles in bottom, overlapping slightly.
  • Spread 1/2 Ricotta on noodles, using fingers.
  • Sprinkle scant half of Mozzarella over all.
  • Spread 1/2 meat sauce over all.
  • Repeat layers, saving a little Mozzarella for the top.
  • Bake 30 minutes at 375°F.
  • Let stand 10 minutes, then cut.
  • May assemble early, refrigerate; then allow 15 minutes longer in oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.2, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 119.5, Sodium 1604.5, Carbohydrate 33.7, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 7, Protein 29.2

MAMMA MIA MEATBALLS



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The name of these meatballs had its origin in an old Alka-Seltzer TV commercial: "Mamma mia, that's a spicy meatball-a!" I use these for receptions, and they always go over really well. I save time by using frozen meatballs, but you could make your own if you have a special meatball recipe. I'm adding my recipe for meatballs at...

Provided by Susan Feliciano

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

100 small frozen meatballs (5/8 ounce size)
1 c hot pepper jelly
1/4 c worcestershire sauce
1/4 c brown sugar
3 c ketchup
MY MEATBALL RECIPE
1 lb ground sirloin
1 c saltine cracker crumbs
1 egg
1/2 tsp potlatch seasoning (has pepper, salt, garlic, cumin)
1/2 tsp spicy garlic seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. Place meatballs in a very large baking dish. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. Combine jelly, worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar in a large saucepan over medium heat. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Stir in ketchup and return to a boil. Lower heat and simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 3. Pour sauce over meatballs; stir to coat well. Bake meatballs for 25-30 minutes, until sauce is somewhat reduced.
  • 4. Place meatballs and sauce in a large slow cooker on low to keep warm while serving. Serve with toothpicks.
  • 5. To make my meatballs: Beat egg and add to meat and cracker crumbs with seasonings in a large bowl. Mix well with hands until all combined. Form into 1-1/4" meatballs. Place on foil-covered baking sheet. Bake at 400° about 15 minutes.
  • 6. Chris Langel gave me a recipe for potlatch seasoning! 2 tsp. salt, 3/4 tsp. ground cumin, 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed, 1/4 tsp. garlic powder, 1/4 tsp. chili powder, 1/8 tsp. white pepper = about 4 tsp.

GRILLED SAUSAGE DINNER: THE MAMA MIA! RECIPE BY TASTY



Grilled Sausage Dinner: The Mama Mia! Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: kosher salt, Sam's Choice® Italia Spaghetti, Sam's Choice® Italia Basil Pesto Sauce, cherry tomato, sausage, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Codii Lopez

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

kosher salt, to taste
18 oz Sam's Choice® Italia Spaghetti
6.5 oz Sam's Choice® Italia Basil Pesto Sauce
1 pt cherry tomato, quartered
1 lb sausage, grilled, sliced
grated parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
  • In a small pot, bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat. Add the tomatoes to the sauce and gently heat through, about 5 minutes.
  • Top the pasta with the sauce, grilled sausage and freshly grated Parmesan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1063 calories, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 6 grams

MAMMA MIA, SPAGHETTI SAUCE AND MEATBALLS!



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These meatballs and spaghetti sauce always get rave reviews when served to new friends and faces. It's not a difficult recipe, but it does take a few hours to make. It's totally worth it when your whole house is filled with the aroma of fresh tomato and spices! NOTE: The sauce is delicious even without the meatballs cooked in...

Provided by Megan Berg

Categories     Beef

Time 4h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

WHATTA MEATBALL!
2 lb lean ground beef
2 large eggs
1 clove garlic, crushed or pressed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 c breadcrumbs (italian seasoned or plain)
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
3 Tbsp minced (or dried) parsley
TOMATO SAUCINESS
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 c grated parmesan
4 can(s) crushed tomatoes
2 Tbsp chopped (or dried) parsley
2-3 bay leaves
2 Tbsp dried basil
1/2 c dry red wine (i typically use a shiraz)
2 Tbsp dried oregano
3 clove garlic, minced or pressed

Steps:

  • 1. Combine ALL meatball ingredients into a large bowl. Mix well. Roll into tightly packed balls, approximately 2 inches in diameter. Fry over medium heat until browned on all sides. Place aside on a plate or pan.
  • 2. In a large pot or saucepan, sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and cook 2 minutes longer.
  • 3. Add parsley, bay leaves, basil, and oregano. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • 4. Add remaining ingredients and stir well, simmering for at least 30 minutes.
  • 5. *If you are cooking meatballs* Carefully drop the browned meatballs into the sauce. Simmer for at least 90 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning on the bottom of the pot.

MY MAMA'S MEAT SAUCE



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This is probably the first thing that I ever learned to cook. My mother used to cook it while I took a nap as a child, and the smell would wake me up. It's really garlicky and the wine gives it a nice flavour. It also freezes really well. Enjoy!

Provided by Miraklegirl

Categories     Meat

Time 2h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cooking onions, diced
1 tablespoon oil
2 lbs ground beef
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
2 (5 1/2 ounce) cans tomato paste (I use the one with Italian seasonings added)
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup white wine or 1/4 cup vermouth (optional)

Steps:

  • Sauté onions in oil.
  • Add beef and brown before stirring in all seasonings.
  • Add tomatoes, paste, and cloves.
  • Stir and add alcohol if using.
  • Cover and let cook on a low fire for 2 hours or more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.7, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 102.8, Sodium 1220.1, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 13.1, Protein 32.5

MAMMA MIA! FRESH ITALIAN MEATBALLS!



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Make and share this Mamma Mia! Fresh Italian Meatballs! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by The Spice Guru

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 12 1 1/2 - 2-inch meatballs, 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 lb fresh ground meat (75% beef or veal, 25% bulk sausage)
1/2 cup fresh grated sourdough breadcrumbs (crusts removed)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/3 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1/3 cup minced sweet onion
1/4 cup minced red peppers or 1/4 cup green bell pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano leaves
1 tablespoon minced fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 -3 minced fresh garlic cloves
1 beaten egg
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch ground allspice
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
olive oil (for fry method)
marinara sauce (for steam method)

Steps:

  • MINCE 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon fresh oregano and 1 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley leaves; SET aside; GRATE 1/2 cup stale or frozen sourdough breadcrumbs in a food processor or sing a hand-held grater; SET aside; GRATE (don't shred) 1/3 cup parmigiano reggiano cheese (plus more for garnish if desired) and set aside.
  • PROCESS 1/2 small peeled sweet onion, approximately 1/4 red or green bell pepper, and 2-3 cloves of garlic in a food processor until minced; SAUTE mixture in one tablespoon olive oil over medium heat only until softened; ADD 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano leaves, 1 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves and 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt; SAUTE until herbs are softened; REMOVE from heat and add sauteed vegetables into a large bowl.
  • SPRINKLE the 1/2 cup grated breadcrumbs over sauteed vegetables; BREAK up 1 lb. fresh ground meat over breadcrumbs without mixing; ADD 1/2 cup ricotta cheese over meat without mixing.
  • BEAT one egg in a small bowl with 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, remaining 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon zest, 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 pinch ground allspice and 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg; POUR mixture over ingredients in bowl without mixing.
  • SPRINKLE 1/3 cup freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese over remaining ingredients.
  • MIX meatball mixture thoroughly using hands.
  • ROLL into 1 1/2 - 2 inch meatballs.
  • FRY METHOD: Fry meatballs in a large skillet, between medium-low and medium heat in 1-2 tablespoons olive oil (or fry between 275 F - 300 F in an electric wok or electric skillet), alternately turning and covering until browned/steamed and meat is just cooked until done, yet moist.
  • STEAM METHOD: Heat a large saucepan filled halfway with marinara sauce over medium heat. Add raw meatballs, then 1/2 cup water. Cook until slightly browned on bottom, then turn meatballs using a slotted spoon. Add a little more water and continue cooking until done. Re-season sauce if necessary just to keep meatballs in before adding to spaghetti, or a meatball sandwich. Top with chopped parsley, a little olive oil, fresh ground pepper and a sprinkle of freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese.
  • SERVE and say, "MAMMA MIA!"!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.8, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 67, Sodium 739.9, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 8

MAMA MIA MEATBALL TAQUITOS



Mama Mia Meatball Taquitos image

We love lasagna, but it takes too long on weeknights. My solution: meatball taquitos. My kids get the flavors they want, and I get a meal on the table in a hurry. -Lauren Wyler, Dripping Springs, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 frozen fully cooked Italian turkey meatballs, thawed
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 flour tortillas (8 inches)
Cooking spray
Warm marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place meatballs in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in cheeses and Italian seasoning., Spread about 1/4 cup meatball mixture down center of each tortilla. Roll up tightly. Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, seam side down; spritz with cooking spray., Bake until golden brown, 16-20 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617 calories, Fat 28g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1069mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

MAMA MIA CROCK POT SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Make and share this Mama Mia Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LizAnn

Categories     Easy

Time 4h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef
1 lb mild Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped garlic
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup red wine
2 (28 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
1 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (16 ounce) cans lrg. black olives, sliced in thirds
1/3 cup ghirardelli 60% chocolate chips
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
1 teaspoon granulated onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely minced parsley
2 tablespoons cornstarch, mix with a little water to smooth consistency

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown meats with garlic and onion.
  • When cooked through, pour in red wine.
  • Meanwhile add remaining ingredients to crock pot.
  • Then spoon meat mixture into crock pot.
  • Cook on high heat 4-6 hours or all day on low.
  • Serve over cooked spaghetti.
  • You can also use it for lasagna. MMMM.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 742.2, Fat 39.3, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 125.7, Sodium 3519.2, Carbohydrate 47.1, Fiber 10.3, Sugar 20.7, Protein 49.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the sauce will be. Look for fresh, ripe tomatoes, good quality ground beef, and flavorful herbs and spices.
  • Brown the meat well: This will help to develop the flavor of the sauce. Be sure to break up the meat into small pieces as it cooks.
  • Simmer the sauce for a long time: The longer the sauce simmers, the more time the flavors will have to develop. Aim to simmer the sauce for at least 2 hours, or even longer if you have time.
  • Add a little sweetness: A touch of sweetness can help to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes. You can add sugar, honey, or even a grated carrot to the sauce.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Be sure to taste the sauce as you cook it and adjust the seasonings accordingly. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

Mamma Mia meat sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on pasta, pizza, or even as a dip. It's a great way to use up leftover tomatoes, and it's also a good way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make a batch of Mamma Mia meat sauce that will be the envy of your friends and family.

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