Meat sauce (Sugo di Carne) Recipe

Name: Meat sauce (Sugo di Carne)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce dried mushrooms, preferably Italian (funghi secchi or porcini); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 3/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1/4 cup finely chopped celery; 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic; ⅓ cup finely chopped carrot; 1/4 pound ground lean pork; 1/2 pound ground veal; 2 cups dry red wine; 2 cups imported canned tomatoes; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; Salt to taste, if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 cup beef broth or consomme (see recipe)

Servings: persons

1 ounce dried mushrooms, preferably Italian (funghi secchi or porcini)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
⅓ cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 pound ground lean pork
1/2 pound ground veal
2 cups dry red wine
2 cups imported canned tomatoes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup beef broth or consomme (see recipe)

1
Put mushrooms in bowl and add slightly hot water to cover.
2
Let stand 30 minutes.
3
Heat oil and butter in skillet.
4
Add onion, celery, garlic and carrot.
5
Cook, stirring, until wilted.
6
Add pork and veal.
7
Cook, stirring and chopping down with the side of a heavy metal spoon to break up lumps, until meats lose raw look.
8
Drain mushrooms and chop coarsely.
9
Add mushrooms to meat mixture.
10
Add wine, tomatoes, tomato paste, salt and pepper.
11
Bring to boil and cook uncovered 1 hour.
12
Pour sauce into saucepan.
13
Bring to boil and skim fat from surface.
14
Add broth and continue cooking 1 hour.

211

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1 ounce dried mushrooms, preferably Italian (funghi secchi or porcini), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter, 3/4 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Meat sauce (Sugo di Carne) 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.

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Meat sauce (Sugo di Carne)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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