Aurora Somazzi Clerici'S Italian Spaghetti Sauce

Name: Aurora Somazzi Clerici'S Italian Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 28 ounces crushed tomatoes; 48 ounces tomato sauce; 6 ounces mushroom pieces; 3/4 ounce dried shiitake mushroom (these are the closest in flavor); 1/2 cup celery, minced; 1/2 cup parsley, minced; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup carrot, minced; 1 onion, minced; 2 teaspoons rosemary (fresh and chopped); 2 teaspoons oregano (fresh and chopped); 2 teaspoons basil (fresh and chopped); 2 teaspoons margarine; 3/4 lb ground chuck; 2 tablespoons dry red wine

Servings: persons

28 ounces crushed tomatoes
48 ounces tomato sauce
6 ounces mushroom pieces
3/4 ounce dried shiitake mushroom (these are the closest in flavor)
1/2 cup celery, minced
1/2 cup parsley, minced
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup carrot, minced
1 onion, minced
2 teaspoons rosemary (fresh and chopped)
2 teaspoons oregano (fresh and chopped)
2 teaspoons basil (fresh and chopped)
2 teaspoons margarine
3/4 lb ground chuck
2 tablespoons dry red wine

1
In a large pot add the tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes and the canned mushrooms.Cook on low heat stirring occasionally. Do not let it burn.
2
In a small saucepan, add 1 1/2 cups water and the dried mushrooms. Cook until the mushrooms are soft about 1/2 hour. Remove the mushrooms and chop- save the water to add to the sauce later.
3
Saute the ground chuck in a large skillet. Remove the meat and add to the sauce mixture. Add the celery, parsley, carrots, onions and herbs to the pan and saute until soft for about 10 minutes. Add these to the sauce.
4
Continue cooking the sauce on low heat for about 10-12 hours stirring occasionally. About 2 hours before sauce is to be served, add the liquid from the mushrooms, the margarine and the red wine.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, 48 ounces tomato sauce, 6 ounces mushroom pieces, 3/4 ounce dried shiitake mushroom (these are the closest in flavor), and more.

Yes, Aurora Somazzi Clerici'S Italian Spaghetti Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!