Spaghetti Sauce with Ribs Recipe

Name: Spaghetti Sauce with Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 can tomatoes puree; 2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground; 1 each green bell peppers; 1 tablespoon basil; 3 each garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon oregano; 2 teaspoon star anise ground; 1 tablespoon parsley flakes; 1/2 pound ground beef, lean; 1/4 tablespoon oregano; 1/2 pound italian sausage; 1/4 tablespoon basil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground; 2 large eggs; 3 pound pork ribs; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 1 can tomato paste; 1/2 cup parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated; 2 can water

Servings: persons

2 can tomatoes puree
2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
1 each green bell peppers
1 tablespoon basil
3 each garlic cloves
1 tablespoon oregano
2 teaspoon star anise ground
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1/2 pound ground beef, lean
1/4 tablespoon oregano
1/2 pound italian sausage
1/4 tablespoon basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
2 large eggs
3 pound pork ribs
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 can tomato paste
1/2 cup parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
2 can water

1
For the sauce: Empty tomato puree into an 8-qt.
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non-aluminum kettle.
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Fill the two empty cans with water and add to puree.
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In a blender, add another 1/4 can water, one seeded green pepper and 2 cloves of garlic.
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Blend or process until liquified.
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Add to tomato puree.
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Add anise, 2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1 tablespoon basil, 1 tablespoon oregano and 1 tablespoon parsley.
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Bring to a boil and simmer.
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Prepare meat: Thoroughly brown ribs on all sides.
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Turn off the heat.
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Do not drain fat.
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Transfer ribs to a bowl and set aside.
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Combine ground beef and sausage.
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In a blender, process eggs, garlic clove, seeded green pepper and add to ground beef mixture.
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Add remaining spices, bread crumbs and Parmesan.
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Mix well.
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Roll into meatballs.
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Brown thoroughly and set aside with ribs.
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Pour tomato paste into the same skillet used to brown meat.
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On high temperature, stirring constantly for one to two minutes, scorch bottom of skillet until some of the paste sticks and turns black.
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Add the two 12-oz.
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cans of water, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen scorched paste.
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Add this mixture to the already simmering sauce.
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Add ribs and meatballs.
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Continue simmering the sauce for a minumum of three hours, stirring occasionally.
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For best results, refrigerate after cooking and reheat the next day.

1281

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

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

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 can tomatoes puree, 2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground, 1 each green bell peppers, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti Sauce with Ribs 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!

Spaghetti Sauce with Ribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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