Spaghetti and Meat Sauce – Alton Brown

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15
Spaghetti and Meat Sauce - Alton Brown
in Pasta

Prep

30 min

Cook

3 hours 30 min

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 ounces thick-cut bacon , cut into 1-inch strips
2 medium onions , finely chopped
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 whole star anise
3 whole cloves
3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
1/2 lb boneless beef chuck roast , ground coarse
1/2 lb boneless pork butt , ground coarse
1 1/4 cups white wine , divided
3 celery ribs , finely chopped
3 garlic cloves , minced
3/4 cup evaporated milk
3 cups beef broth
1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , sliced
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried marjoram
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/2 lb spaghetti
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
908
Sugar
12g
Fat
67g
Spaghetti and Meat Sauce is a classic Italian-American dish that has become a favorite all over the world. The dish consists of thin noodles, a hearty tomato-based meat sauce, and often, a sprinkling of parmesan cheese on top. This particular recipe was developed by Alton Brown and includes a unique combination of spices, including star anise and cloves, which give the sauce an added depth of flavor. When served, it's often accompanied by a simple green salad or a slice of garlic bread.

Instructions

1.In a 6 quart pot, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2.In the same pot, add onions, salt, pepper, star anise and cloves. Stir occasionally and cook until caramelized.
3.Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pot and then add ground chuck and pork butt. Cook for 15 minutes until browned and cooked through.
4.Add 1 cup of white wine to deglaze the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes until the wine is almost completely reduced.
5.Add celery and garlic to the pot and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
6.Add evaporated milk, beef broth, dried mushrooms, garlic, diced tomatoes, oregano, marjoram, basil, tomato paste, ketchup, sherry wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and 2 tablespoons of salt. Stir and cover the pot. Simmer for 3 hours.
7.In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti for 10 to 12 minutes or until al dente.
8.In a separate pan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/4 cup of white wine, and a ladle of meat sauce. Add 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese and stir.
9.Serve the meat sauce over the spaghetti, top with the bacon and parmesan cheese sauce mixture.

PROS

Spaghetti and Meat Sauce is a comforting, classic dish that’s easy to make and full of flavor.

The meat sauce is hearty and rich, perfect for a cold winter night.

The combination of bacon and parmesan cheese gives the dish an added depth of flavor.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and sodium and may not be suitable for those on a restricted diet.

The long cooking time may not be ideal for those who are short on time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spaghetti is a good source of carbohydrates, which help provide energy for the body.
The meat in the sauce is a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
Garlic and mushrooms included in the recipe have been linked with anti-inflammatory properties which may provide additional health benefits.

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