Italian Gravy Recipe

Name: Italian Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 quart chicken stock (could use beef); 1 cup water; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 medium minced onions; 6 garlic cloves (chopped); 1 large carrot (grated); ½ cup chopped fresh parsley; 12 lb chopped mushroom; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon oregano; 1 teaspoon rosemary; 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon dry basil; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 -2 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 lb skinless chicken

Servings: persons

2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 quart chicken stock (could use beef)
1 cup water
¼ cup olive oil
2 medium minced onions
6 garlic cloves (chopped)
1 large carrot (grated)
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
12 lb chopped mushroom
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon rosemary
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon dry basil
½ teaspoon pepper
1 -2 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 lb skinless chicken

1
In a large pot combine the tomato puree, paste, stock, and water; set aside.
2
In a fry pan saute the oil, onion, garlic, and carrots.
3
Add all the rest of the ingredients and put them into the large pot.
4
Simmer for 2 hours partly covered--stirring often.
5
Remove chicken being careful to get all the bones out.
6
Pick over the chicken meat and put back into the pot.
7
Skim the fat.
8
Store in refrigerator for various uses during the week.
9
Freezes well.

952

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree, 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, 1 quart chicken stock (could use beef), 1 cup water, and more.

Yes, Italian Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Italian Gravy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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