Grandpa’S Gravy

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, slow-simmered Italian tomato sauce with deep savory notes
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This hearty “gravy” is a classic Italian-American tomato sauce, slow-cooked to develop a rich, velvety texture and deep flavor profile. Made with a robust base of tomato puree, whole plum tomatoes, and fresh aromatics like onion, garlic, and red pepper, it offers a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. The addition of dried oregano, basil, and a bay leaf enhances the herbal warmth, while a splash of dry white wine adds complexity. Traditionally simmered for hours, this sauce is perfect for coating pasta, topping meatballs, or serving over chicken. Its a comforting, homemade staple that tastes even better the next day.

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Grandpa’S Gravy

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 387.4

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This hearty "gravy" is a classic Italian-American tomato sauce, slow-cooked to develop a rich, velvety texture and deep flavor profile. Made with a robust base of tomato puree, whole plum tomatoes, and fresh aromatics like onion, garlic, and red pepper, it offers a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. The addition of dried oregano, basil, and a bay leaf enhances the herbal warmth, while a splash of dry white wine adds complexity. Traditionally simmered for hours, this sauce is perfect for coating pasta, topping meatballs, or serving over chicken. Its a comforting, homemade staple that tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine the tomato puree, whole plum tomatoes (crushed by hand), tomato paste, chopped onion, crushed garlic, mushrooms, oregano, basil, garlic powder, red pepper, sugar, and bay leaf in a large covered pot.
  2. Stir in the dry white wine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat, then reduce heat to low.
  4. Simmer the sauce covered for approximately three hours, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired thickness.
  5. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a little water. If it is too thin, uncover the pot and simmer over very low heat for an additional 30 to 45 minutes to reduce further.
  6. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 387.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.0g10%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 81.4mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 86.6g29%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g112%
Sugars 39.0g
Protein 16.4g33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tomato sauce, italian gravy, simmered sauce, plum tomatoes, tomato puree, onion, garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper, white wine, pasta sauce, slow cook, vegan sauce, homemade, comfort food
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