Veronica's Homemade Italian Pasta Sauce Recipe

Name: Veronica's Homemade Italian Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 300 min
Total time: 330 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 28 ounces (794g) tomato puree (or substitute with 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes and 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste); 2 cups water; Ground Fennel; Basil; Oregano; Pepper; Salt; Fresh Basil Leaves; Bay Leaves; Crushed Red Pepper Flakes; Ground Chicken; Eggs; Garlic; Parmesan Cheese; Breadcrumbs; Black Pepper; Parsley; Italian Sausage; Country Style Boneless Pork Ribs

Taste the tradition! This authentic Italian pasta sauce recipe, passed down through generations from Nonna's kitchen in Italy, is bursting with flavor. Unlike other thick sauces, this one boasts a vibrant, lighter consistency (unless you prefer a thicker sauce; simply omit the water!). Perfect for feeding a crowd, it gets even better with each passing day. Get ready for a culinary journey to Italy!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 300 mins

Calories 105.9 kcal

Protein 16g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Veronica's Homemade Italian Pasta Sauce

28 ounces (794g) tomato puree (or substitute with 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes and 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste)
2 cups water
Ground Fennel
Basil
Oregano
Pepper
Salt
Fresh Basil Leaves
Bay Leaves
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
Ground Chicken
Eggs
Garlic
Parmesan Cheese
Breadcrumbs
Black Pepper
Parsley
Italian Sausage
Country Style Boneless Pork Ribs

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How to Make Veronica's Homemade Italian Pasta Sauce

**Prepare the Sauce:** In a large pot, combine 28 ounces (794g) of tomato puree (or substitute with 2 (28-ounce) cans of crushed tomatoes and 1 (15-ounce) can of tomato paste and reduce water to 1 cup), 2 cups of water, 2 teaspoons of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook over low heat.
**Prepare the Meat:** While the sauce simmers, prepare the meatballs. In a large bowl, combine 1 pound of ground turkey or chicken, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
**Form Meatballs:** Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
**Brown the Meat:** Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs, along with 1 pound Italian sausage links and 1 pound pork ribs until browned on all sides. Set aside.
**Combine and Simmer:** Add the browned meat and any accumulated juices to the simmering sauce. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 4 hours, stirring every 15-20 minutes to prevent sticking.
**Serve:** Serve your delicious homemade sauce over your favorite pasta. Enjoy!