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Sausage and Meatball Red Sauce

Recipe by THE WADS

A rich, buttery homemade red sauce packed with browned sausage, ground beef, and a secret touch of butter. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a comforting weeknight dinner, this sauce can be served over pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

MediumItalian-AmericanServes 6

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Source Video
14m
Prep
34m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
58m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$13.93
Per serving:$2.32

Critical Success Points

  • Step 2 – Browning the meats for flavor development.
  • Step 9 – Proper simmering to meld flavors and achieve the right consistency.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle raw sausage and ground beef with separate utensils to avoid cross‑contamination.
  • Use oven mitts when handling hot pans.
  • If flambéing wine, keep a lid nearby and never leave the pan unattended.

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