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St Francis Spaghetti Sauce With Chicken Liver

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This hearty St. Francis Spaghetti Sauce combines the deep umami of chicken livers with crispy bacon and a robust tomato base. The dish offers a luxurious texture and complex flavor profile, balancing the earthiness of the liver with bright herbs and wine. It is an excellent choice for a sophisticated weeknight dinner or a comforting family meal. The sauce simmers slowly to meld flavors, resulting in a thick, savory coating for spaghetti or noodles. Simple ingredients come together to create a restaurant-quality experience at home, perfect for those who enjoy traditional, meat-forward Italian-inspired cuisine.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 405.8
Description
This hearty St. Francis Spaghetti Sauce combines the deep umami of chicken livers with crispy bacon and a robust tomato base. The dish offers a luxurious texture and complex flavor profile, balancing the earthiness of the liver with bright herbs and wine. It is an excellent choice for a sophisticated weeknight dinner or a comforting family meal. The sauce simmers slowly to meld flavors, resulting in a thick, savory coating for spaghetti or noodles. Simple ingredients come together to create a restaurant-quality experience at home, perfect for those who enjoy traditional, meat-forward Italian-inspired cuisine.
Ingredients
  • 3 slices Bacon, cut into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped fine
  • 1 large Garlic clove, minced
  • 3 pounds Peeled and coarsely chopped tomatoes (or 2 large cans peeled tomatoes)
  • 1 cup Tomato juice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh chopped parsley
  • 1 bay leaf Bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound Chicken livers
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking oil or butter
  • 1/2 cup Dry red wine
  • Parsley sprigs for garnish
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large saucepan, saut the chopped bacon in olive oil over medium heat until crispy.
  2. 2
    Add the finely chopped onion to the bacon and saut until the onion is soft and golden.
  3. 3
    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4
    Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato juice, chopped parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the pan.
  5. 5
    Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more tomato juice if the sauce becomes too thick.
  6. 6
    Meanwhile, wash the chicken livers, pat them dry, and cut each in half, removing any visible tissue or connective tissue.
  7. 7
    In a separate skillet, heat cooking oil or butter over medium-high heat.
  8. 8
    Saut the chicken livers until browned on all sides.
  9. 9
    Season the livers with salt and pepper, then add the dry red wine to the skillet.
  10. 10
    Reduce heat to low and cook the livers in the wine for 10 minutes until tender.
  11. 11
    Remove the bay leaf from the tomato sauce.
  12. 12
    Add the cooked chicken livers and any remaining wine juices to the tomato sauce.
  13. 13
    Heat the combined sauce and livers through for 2-3 minutes.
  14. 14
    Serve the sauce and livers over freshly prepared spaghetti or noodles, garnished with parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 405.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.5g49%
Saturated Fat 10.5g53%
Cholesterol 34.5mg12%
Sodium 1287.8mg54%
Total Carbohydrate 1.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 27.8g56%

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

Note

Ensure chicken livers are cooked until no longer pink inside but remain tender; avoid overcooking to prevent toughness.

For a smoother sauce, you can blend the tomato mixture after simmering before adding the livers.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.

Substitute chicken livers with calf liver for a milder flavor if desired.

Keywords: chicken liver, spaghetti sauce, bacon, tomato sauce, mediterranean, pasta, comfort food, red wine, garlic, onion, parsley, italian, dinner, homemade, savory, rich, traditional, meat sauce
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