Mario Andretti's Grandmothers Pasta Sauce Recipe

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Servings: 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 x large onion, minced
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/4 c. water
  • 2 lb stewing beef, cubed
  • 1 tsp Accent
  • 1 x 8 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 bag Spatini gravy pwdr
  • 2 Tbsp. minced fresh Italian parsley or possibly marjoram or possibly thyme
  • 4 clv garlic

Directions

  1. Over a medium-high heat saute/fry the onions in butter till nicely browned. When they are an even rich golden color pour in the water.
  2. Season the meat with salt, pepper, and Accent. Place the meat in the pot with the onions. Turn the heat down to medium. Slowly simmer the meat till the water disappears then continue cooking as it begins to fry and brown. Continue till each piece is browned completely.
  3. Stir the Spatini gravy pwdr into the tomato sauce, slowly add in 2 c. of water and mix thoroughly. Gradually add in this mix to the beef cubes. Immediately turn the heat down to a simmer. Add in the fresh herbs and stir for a few min. Simmer for an hour and a half or possibly till the meat is tender. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Add in additional water if it becomes too thick. Serve over pasta or possibly gnocchi.
  4. At Toronto's Molson Indy Mario Andretti showed me how to make his Grandmothers pasta sauce that I then made for Driver Christiano DeMatta who promptly got into Paul Newman's race car and won the race...do you think it was the fuel I do! Here's the recipe...complete with the secret ingredients and unconventional steps which grandmothers are famous for!
  5. Timing Hints: It will take this sauce a few hrs to simmer to perfection...
  6. Equipment Hints: You'll need a thick-bottomed saucepot.

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Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving %DV
Serving Size 325g
Recipe makes 4 servings
Calories 576  
Calories from Fat 386 67%
Total Fat 43.04g 54%
Saturated Fat 19.3g 77%
Trans Fat 0.0g  
Cholesterol 155mg 52%
Sodium 1083mg 45%
Potassium 886mg 25%
Total Carbs 7.43g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g 5%
Sugars 4.08g 3%
Protein 38.77g 62%
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