Meat Sauce (Bolognese) a.k.a. Sunday Gravy Recipe

Name: Meat Sauce (Bolognese) a.k.a. Sunday Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb. Pancetta; 4 inch pieces; 1/2 onions, diced; 2 stalks celery, diced; 2 carrots, grated; 2 to 3 lb. equal parts of bulk Italian sausage, beef, and ground veal; 1/2 lb. chicken livers that have been chopped (optional); 1 can tomato paste; 1/2 cup red wine (marsala; sweet vermouth works the best); 4 cups beef broth; 2 tbsp. thyme; Salt (seasoning as you go); Peper

Servings: persons

1/4 lb. Pancetta
4 inch pieces
1/2 onions, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, grated
2 to 3 lb. equal parts of bulk Italian sausage, beef, and ground veal
1/2 lb. chicken livers that have been chopped (optional)
1 can tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine (marsala
sweet vermouth works the best)
4 cups beef broth
2 tbsp. thyme
Salt (seasoning as you go)
Peper

1
In a large pot, heat some olive oil over a medium heat and add the pancetta if using and the meats and liver and cook till brown.
2
Once browned drain off any fat or liquids from the pan remove the meats from the pan.
3
Add in the veggies to the pot and cook for 8 minutes till soft.
4
Then add the tomato paste and meat back into the pan.
5
Add in the wine and cook till it evaporates.
6
Add your beef broth and cook for about 35 minutes or until thick and add the thyme.
7
Check the seasoning for salt and pepper.
8
This is perfect with rigatoni or large shells (conchietta) add a little pecorino.
9
Bada Bing, perfect.

292

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb. Pancetta, 4 inch pieces, 1/2 onions, diced, 2 stalks celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Meat Sauce (Bolognese) a.k.a. Sunday Gravy falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Meat Sauce (Bolognese) a.k.a. Sunday Gravy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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