Mariu's Spaghetti With Meat Sauce
Break up meat very gently, not over working the meat.
Recipe Summary Mariu's Spaghetti With Meat Sauce
An authentic Italian recipe and a welcome change to the predominantly acidic tomato sauce served in the States.Ingredients | Kosher Meat Sauce Recipe2 tablespoons olive oil½ cup minced onion1 clove garlic, minced½ cup minced celery2 tablespoons butter1 pound lean ground beef½ teaspoon white sugar1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon dried mint6 ounces fresh chopped mushrooms1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste2 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth2 teaspoons dried basil1 pound spaghetti1 teaspoon olive oil3 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish¼ cup grated Romano cheeseDirectionsIn a large skillet, warm olive oil over low heat; saute onion, garlic and celery until onion is transparent.Stir in butter and increase heat to medium; brown beef until no longer pink. Mix in sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, mint and mushrooms; lower heat and stir for about 3 minutes.In a large bowl, combine tomato paste and broth; pour liquid and basil to pot. Simmer over very low heat for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.Bring a large pot of water to a vigorous boil with 3 tablespoons salt and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Slip spaghetti into water holding on to ends until strands soften a bit. Cook over high heat for 7 to 8 minutes only. When properly cooked, raw taste should be gone but still have a firm texture.When ready to serve, combine pasta with meat sauce; serve on a warmed platter or bowl topped with parsley and Romano cheese.Info | Kosher Meat Sauce Recipeprep:
45 mins
cook:
2 hrs
total:
2 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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