TRADITIONAL ITALIAN SAUCE

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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, peeled and halved
1/4 pound piece spiced pancetta
10 cloves garlic (5 pressed, 2 finely chopped, 3 cracked)
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 thirty-five-ounce cans plum tomatoes, pureed in a blender
1 twenty-eight-ounce can tomato puree
6 large fresh basil leaves
2 medium lean beef cutlets (about 9 ounces each)
1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 teaspoons freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese, plus more for garnish
4 to 5 links sweet pork sausage with fennel (about 3/4 pound)
4 pork spare ribs (about 3/4 pound)
1/2 cup white wine
Meatballs With Eleanora Meatballs with Eleanora
1 pound pasta, such as ziti, penne, or pennoni

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat. Add onion, pancetta, pressed garlic, and salt; saute; 2 minutes. Stir in pureed tomatoes, tomato puree, and basil. Bring to a simmer, and cook for 45 minutes. Remove and discard onion halves.
  • Place beef cutlets on work surface. Sprinkle each piece with 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 clove finely chopped garlic, 1 teaspoon parsley, and 1 teaspoon cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Roll beef, and tie with kitchen twine.
  • Heat remaining 1/4 cup oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add cracked garlic, and cook for 2 minutes. Place rolled beef, sausage, and spare ribs in skillet and cook until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add wine, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove browned meat from pan, and add to sauce along with meatballs.
  • Add 2 cups water, and return to a simmer. Cook, stirring frequently, over medium heat for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Just before sauce is finished bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, following package instructions. Drain, and transfer to a large serving platter. Stir sauce to combine, and ladle sauce over pasta. Serve meats on a separate platter. Sprinkle cheese over pasta and meats.

Faceless Society
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This sauce is not good. It's too watery and the flavors are all wrong.


Dilrukshi Kumari
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This sauce is okay, but I've had better. It's a bit bland and I think it needs more herbs.


tiamiyu Jumoke
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This sauce is a bit too spicy for my taste, but it's still very good. I'll probably use less crushed red pepper next time.


Tasmia Khan
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I wasn't sure what to expect, but this sauce is really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Ajmel Jan
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This sauce is amazing! I highly recommend it.


Rahaf Kara
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This sauce is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Pamela Clarke
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I love this sauce! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Sabina Budha Magar
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This is the best Italian sauce I've ever had. It's so rich and flavorful.


Hansaka Vibashana
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I'm not a huge fan of Italian food, but this sauce is an exception. It's so flavorful and versatile.


Nelida AKA Sara
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This sauce is delicious! I used it on spaghetti and meatballs and it was a huge hit.


Shimmer Sunset
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I've made this sauce several times and it's always amazing. I love the combination of herbs and spices.


sparky396
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This is my go-to recipe for Italian sauce. It's always a crowd-pleaser and I love that it's so easy to make.


janusha Ebaydropshipping
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I followed the recipe exactly and the sauce turned out great. It had a rich, deep flavor and the perfect consistency.


RAFIAHMED MD
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This sauce was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Rize
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I've tried many Italian sauce recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are perfectly balanced and it's so easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Umair Shahzad
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This sauce is a staple in my kitchen. It's so versatile and can be used on pasta, pizza, or even as a dipping sauce. I love that it's made with fresh ingredients and has a delicious, authentic flavor.