Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground chuck (80/20): 2 pounds
- Italian sausage (bulk): 1 pound
- Yellow onion (chopped): 1 cup
- Green bell pepper (chopped): 1/2 cup
- Red bell pepper (chopped): 1/2 cup
- Garlic (minced): 4 cloves
- Tomato paste: 6 ounces
- Crushed tomatoes (28 ounces can): 1
- Dry red wine: 1 cup
- Chicken broth: 2 cups
- Italian seasoning (dried): 2 tablespoons
- Bay leaf: 1
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground chuck and Italian sausage over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Deglaze the pot with the red wine, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom. Let the wine reduce by half.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken as it cooks.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful with a balance of acidity and sweetness
- Tender and juicy ground meat
- Versatile sauce that pairs well with pasta, spaghetti squash, or zucchini noodles
User Comments:
- "This sauce is absolutely incredible! It's got the perfect depth of flavor and the meat is so tender. I've never tasted anything like it."
- "This is the best meat sauce I've ever made. It's so easy to prepare and the taste is out of this world."
- "I love that this sauce is made with simple ingredients that I can easily find at the supermarket."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Don't overcook the sauce, as it will become thick and pasty.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little bit of water or chicken broth until it reaches the desired consistency.
- To add a deeper flavor to the sauce, use a combination of ground beef and pork.
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
