ITALIAN MEAT SAUCE FOR PASTA OR LASAGNA

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This is loosely based on Lydia Bastianich's recipe and is spectacular. This is an authentic "gravy" for pasta. Rich and robust. We add hot pepper flakes to taste.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     Pork

Time 3h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

70 ounces Italian plum tomatoes, canned and crushed with hands
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 medium yellow onions
8 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
2 large beef bones with marrow
1 1/2 lbs hot Italian sausage
salt, to taste
1/3 cup oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil (or more if using fresh)
3/4 cup red wine
1/3 cup tomato paste
2 cups hot water (or more)

Steps:

  • Cook sausage until browned. Drain well and set aside.
  • Using the same pan heat olive oil. Cook onion and garlic until softened. Add marrow bones. Cook 5-10 minutes turning often.
  • Add wine and stir well scraping bottom of pan. Cook until mostly evaporated.
  • Add remaining ingredients with cooked sausage. Cook for several hours uncovered adding water if needed. It should be a deep brick color. Discard bones.
  • Serve with favorite pasta.
  • Note: You should use quality Italian sausage from your local butcher for optimal flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.9, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 38.8, Sodium 903.8, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 8, Protein 15.6

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