Sunday Sauce With Meatballs & Sausage (Lc, Gf)

Name: Sunday Sauce With Meatballs & Sausage (Lc, Gf)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Meatballs and Sausage; 2 pounds sweet Italian sausage (bulk); 2 eggs; 0.75 cups chickpea bread crumbs (or your choice); 4 ounces shredded parmesan cheese; 4 ounces shredded asiago cheese; 2 tablespoons white pepper; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 3 tablespoons fennel seeds; 2 tablespoons rosemary leaves; 2 tablespoons basil leaves; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 8 Sweet Italian sausages; Sauce; 3 28 ounce cans DOP San Marzano tomatoes; 2 18 ounce tomato sauce; 4 whole roasted red peppers; 2 large Vidalia onions, diced; 2 tablespoons rosemary leaves; 2 tablespoons basil leaves; 6 tablespoons minced roasted garlic; 4 tablespoons EVOO; 2 tablespoons white pepper

Servings: persons

Meatballs and Sausage
2 pounds sweet Italian sausage (bulk)
2 eggs
0.75 cups chickpea bread crumbs (or your choice)
4 ounces shredded parmesan cheese
4 ounces shredded asiago cheese
2 tablespoons white pepper
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons fennel seeds
2 tablespoons rosemary leaves
2 tablespoons basil leaves
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
8 Sweet Italian sausages
Sauce
3 28 ounce cans DOP San Marzano tomatoes
2 18 ounce tomato sauce
4 whole roasted red peppers
2 large Vidalia onions, diced
2 tablespoons rosemary leaves
2 tablespoons basil leaves
6 tablespoons minced roasted garlic
4 tablespoons EVOO
2 tablespoons white pepper

1
Dice and caramelize the onions in EVOO while you make the meatballs
2
Combine all of the ingredients for the meatballs and mix well with your hands; I use a 1/3 -cup scoop to dole out 16 heaping portions onto a large baking pan lined with parchment; then I roll them into balls, spray them with EVOO and bake for 45 minutes at 350F
3
Set the onions aside. While the meatballs are cooking, make the sauce. If you have a countertop convection oven, roast the sausages (425F for 45 min, turning intermittently, then broiling at 500F for 10 minutes on each side), otherwise, wait until the oven is free.
4
I make the sauce in two portions in a food processor (sue to space). Into the processor put half of each of the tomatoes, peppers, onion, paste, garlic, and seasonings. Process for about 30-45 seconds; transfer to a large saucepot. Repeat.
5
Heat the sauce to simmer (less than medium-low heat). Add the meatballs. Cut the cooked sausages in half and add them. Simmer for 2-3 hours.
6
Serve over a portion of pasta, or alone, topped with cheese.

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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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Meatballs and Sausage, 2 pounds sweet Italian sausage (bulk), 2 eggs, 0.75 cups chickpea bread crumbs (or your choice), and more.

Yes, Sunday Sauce With Meatballs & Sausage (Lc, Gf) 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!