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Sunday Gravy

Cultural Context

Sunday Gravy, also known as Sugo di Domenica, is a traditional Italian-American dish typically served on Sundays. It is a hearty tomato sauce made with various meats and is often enjoyed with pasta. This dish reflects the Italian-American culinary tradition of slow-cooked sauces that bring families together for a communal meal. Its origins can be traced back to Southern Italy, where similar sauces were made, but it has evolved in the United States to include a variety of meats and flavors.

ItalianITmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 (28) ounce cans San Marzano plum tomatoes hand crushed or blender pulsed
1 (6) ounce can tomato paste
1 1/2 pounds pork neckbones - can also use Italian sausages or pork chops
3/4 cup dry red wine - such as Chianti, Valpolicella, etc...
1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium onion diced
1 tsp kosher salt - or to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper - or to taste
1/4 tsp sugar

beef

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey is lower in fat, while ground beef is often more affordable.

Italian sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is lower in calories, while pork sausage can be cheaper.

1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2

Add diced onion; sauté until translucent.

3

Brown the pork neckbones in the pot, then remove and set aside.

4

Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.

5

Add crushed San Marzano tomatoes, tomato paste, kosher salt, black pepper, and sugar; stir well.

6

Return the pork neckbones to the pot, cover, and simmer for several hours, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

simmeredbraised

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Sugo di DomenicaItalian Sunday Sauce
Local Name: Sugo della domenica

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