Description
Discover the rich and comforting flavors of Genovese sauce, a beloved Italian dish that will transform your pasta nights. Originating from Naples, this slow-cooked sauce features tender meat and a luscious onion base, resulting in a deep, sweet flavor that enchants every palate. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, Genovese sauce is versatile enough to pair with ziti pasta, polenta, or even as a filling for stuffed vegetables. With easy preparation and the ability to freeze for later enjoyment, this dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 brown onion
- 1 small carrot
- 1 stick celery
- 4 bay leaves
- 600 g chuck steak
- 300 g chicken rashers
- 1.3 kg brown onions
- 150 ml white grape juice
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
- Salt & pepper
- 300 g ziti pasta
Instructions
- Slice brown onions using a mandoline; soak in water to reduce sharpness.
- Chop 1/4 brown onion, carrot, and celery; blend with EVOO and a splash of water until smooth.
- Cut chuck steak and chicken rashers into small chunks.
- Heat Dutch oven with EVOO; cook the blended soffritto for about 10 minutes.
- Add meat; brown on medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and bay leaves; cover and simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with white grape juice; let it reduce for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in soaked onions; season again and cook on low heat for 4 hours, stirring every half hour.
- Remove lid after 4 hours; continue cooking uncovered for another 2 hours until thickened.
- Shred the meat before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg