KATO'S GARAGE STYLE - TOMATO SAUCE & MEATBALL DINNER

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This is our favourite spagetti dinner...we make it extra special by adding everything but the kitchen sink into it. Yes, there are a lot of ingredients, but it is well worth the effort. I hope that you enjoy this dish.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 4h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 43

1 cup sweet onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup green pepper, sweet, chopped
1/2 cup red pepper, sweet, chopped
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup carrot, diced
1/2 cup mushroom, diced
1/2 cup zucchini, diced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon lemon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons parsley
1 teaspoon basil
6 cloves, whole
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed, whole
1 large bay leaf
1 teaspoon chili pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 (56 ounce) cans tomatoes (diced or stewed)
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce (Hunts thick and spicy)
3 ounces tomato paste
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup v 8 vegetable juice, original
1 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1/4 cup grated asiago cheese
1/2 lb ground veal
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1 large shallot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg, slightly beaten
2 slices rustic bread
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, fresh ground
1 teaspoon oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons parsley
2 Italian sausages, extra hot, cut 1 inch chunks
2 Italian sausages, sweet fennel cut 1 inch chunks
1 pepperoni, cut 1 inch chunks (do not omit)

Steps:

  • SPICY TOMATOE & VEGETABLE SAUCE.
  • In a large pot, cook the onion and garlic, red and green peppers, celery, carrotes, mushrooms and zucchini in olive oil over medium heat.
  • Next add the lemon salt, celery salt, oregano, parsley, basil, cloves, caraway seeds, bay leaf, chili pepper flakes and coarse sea salt. (Cook 5 minutes, until starting to carmelize).
  • Now add the white sugar, diced tomatoes, tomatoe sauce, tomatoe paste, chicken stock, V8 juice, red wine and cheeses and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
  • MEATBALLS.
  • Combine the beef, pork, veal, shallot, garlic, egg, prepared bread, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, oregano and parsley in large bowl and gently mix by hand.
  • Roll into balls,(your favourite size) and drop raw into the simmering sauce.
  • To the sauce add the raw sausages and pepperoni and cook gently on low for 3 hours.
  • Serve over hot buttered noodles with Calabrese bread and a simple salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.8, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 1144.9, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 15.4, Protein 23.2

Wahkeem Titus
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Catalina deem
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I can use different types of meat, vegetables, and sauces to create a different dish every time.


Izzat agha
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This is my go-to recipe for meatballs. They're always a hit with my family and friends.


Sunny Abdulrasheed
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. I love that I can make it ahead of time and then just reheat it when I'm ready to serve.


rajdev das
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti sauce. I also like to add some chopped vegetables to the sauce.


Mike Pius
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The meatballs are so moist and tender, and the sauce is perfect.


Khizar Baloch
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The meatballs are so flavorful, and the sauce is amazing.


Yoleka Mayoli
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can throw it together on a weeknight, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Juan Fernandez
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times, and it always turns out perfectly.


Tameka Boggs
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the meatballs and the sauce.


Sean Collins
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This was a hit with my family! The kids loved the meatballs, and the adults loved the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


calcium rods (SarcasticTechFan)
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I've tried many meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The meatballs are so tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfectly seasoned.


Prince Romjan
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.