Ferrara's Sauce

Our family "gravy" receipe

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Heat oil in large heavy saucepot over medium heat.

Step 2

2. Add beef, turning occasionally, and cook for about 15 minutes, till browned on all sides.

Step 3

3. Remove beef to a plate, then add Italian sausage to pot, and brown as above.

Step 4

4. Drain most of the fat from the pot (leave about 2 tbsp.) and add onion, cooking about 10 minutes, then add garlic for 1 minute.

Step 5

5. Stir in tomato paste, sauce, puree, and sauce.

Step 6

6. Add water to consistency desired.

Step 7

7. Add salt, pepper, basil, Italian seasoning, and meats to pot. Heat to simmer.

Step 8

8. Partially cover pot, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 – 3 hours. (add a little water if the sauce gets too thick)