By Lori Walker, MS, RD | Published on June 7, 2023 | Last Updated on August 19, 2023
Mario Batali’s Sunday Gravy is a classic Italian dish that has been passed down through generations. It’s a hearty tomato sauce that is simmered for hours and filled with delicious meats and vegetables. The result is an incredibly flavorful meal that can be served over your favorite pasta or rice.
This recipe includes everything you need to make the perfect Sunday gravy, including step-by-step instructions and tips to help you make the most of this tasty dish.
We’ll also include all the information you need to create a delicious Mario Batali Sunday gravy that your family will love! So let’s get started!
What is Mario Batali’s Sunday gravy?
As mentioned above, Mario Batali’s Sunday Gravy is a classic Italian dish that is made with a tomato sauce base and simmered with various meats and vegetables. It’s usually served over pasta, but it can also be enjoyed as is.
The dish has been around for generations, and each family has their own unique recipe that they have passed down through the years. Mario Batali’s version of the Sunday gravy is a bit more modern but still incorporates all the classic ingredients and flavors that make this dish so special.
What does it taste like?
Mario Batali’s Sunday Gravy has a unique flavor that combines the sweetness of tomatoes with the savory taste of meats and vegetables. The tomato sauce is simmered for hours, allowing all the flavors to meld together and create a rich and flavorful gravy. The result is a sweet and savory dish, with a hint of garlic and herbs. It’s sure to be an instant favorite with your family!
How did I first get introduced to Mario Batali’s Sunday gravy?
I first heard of Mario Batali’s Sunday Gravy while watching a cooking show on TV. I was instantly intrigued by the dish and wanted to try it out for myself, so I looked up the recipe online and found that it was surprisingly simple to make. After making my own version of the dish and tasting it, I was hooked and have been making it ever since.
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Ingredients
For Tomato Sauce
- One chopped Spanish onion
- Two bay leaves
- 1/2 bottle of red wine, full boiled
- Two chopped garlic
- Two cups of sliced shiitake, mushrooms, and oyster
- One fresh rosemary
- One tbsp thyme
- Crushed tomatoes
- Pepper and salt
- Two small carrots, finely diced
For Meatballs
- 1/2 cup of seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 diced large Spanish onion
- 2 tsp chopped parsley leaves
- 1 lb of ground pork
- 1 tsp grill seasoning
- 2 tsp of balsamic vinegar
For Stuffed Chicken
- 3 chicken breast pieces, thin cut, pounded flat
- Toothpicks
- One red peeled, seeded, and roasted pepper
- Six basil leaves
- 3 tsp goat cheese
Other Meats
- Four Italian sausage
- Lasagna sheets
- One lb pork loin, filled with garlic cloves
- Beef with bone,
- Boiled eggs
How to make Mario Batali Sunday gravy?
Making Mario Batali Sunday Gravy is surprisingly easy and can be done in a few simple steps. The key is to use fresh ingredients and take your time in order to achieve the best flavor and texture. The recipe below includes step-by-step instructions as well as tips on how to make this dish perfectly every time.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Spanish onions, bay leaves, and garlic and cook for about five minutes until the onion is softened and lightly browned.
Step 2
Add wine to the Dutch oven and increase the heat to high. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half.
Step 3
Add mushrooms, oysters, rosemary and thyme to the pot. Stir well and cook for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
Step 4
Add crushed tomatoes to the pot and season with pepper and salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for one hour until thickened.
Step 5
Meanwhile, make the meatballs. In a large bowl combine bread crumbs, onion, parsley and pork. Mix well with your hands and form small balls. Place them in the fridge for 15 minutes to firm up.
Step 6
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the meatballs and cook for about 10 minutes turning every few minutes, until fully cooked.
Step 7
Make the stuffed chicken: Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create four pieces of thin cutlets. Place a red pepper strip on top of each piece of chicken, followed by two basil leaves and one teaspoon of goat cheese. Roll up the chicken pieces and secure with toothpicks.
Step 8
Heat a second large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the stuffed chicken rolls to the pan and cook for about 10 minutes, flipping once, until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 9
In a third skillet over high heat, cook the Italian sausage and pork loin filled with garlic cloves. For the beef add boiling water to a medium pot over high heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
Step 10
Assemble the Sunday gravy: Place all cooked meats (meatballs, stuffed chicken, Italian sausage, pork loin and beef) in the pot of tomato sauce. Add lasagna sheets and boiled eggs and season with salt and pepper if needed. Simmer for 15 minutes until everything is heated through.
Step 11
Serve warm over pasta of your choice.
Tips
1. Use fresh herbs when possible to enhance the flavor of the gravy.
2. If you don’t have all the ingredients listed, feel free to substitute with what you have on hand.
3. For a vegetarian version, leave out the meat and add your favorite vegetables like zucchini or eggplant.
4. You can also freeze any leftovers for up to 3 months.
Mario Batali Sunday Gravy Recipe
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- wooden spoon
- stove
- large pan(optional)
Ingredients
For Tomato Sauce
- 1 chopped Spanish onion
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 bottle red wine, full boiled
- 2 chopped garlic
- 2 cups sliced shiitake, mushrooms, and oyster
- 1 fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp thyme
- Crushed tomatoes
- Pepper and salt
- 2 small carrots, finely diced
For Meatballs
- 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 diced large Spanish o
- 2 tsp chopped parsley leaves
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 tsp grill seasoning
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
For Stuffed Chicken
- 3 chicken breast pieces, thin cut, pounded flat
- Toothpicks
- 1 red peeled, seeded, and roasted pepper
- 6 basil leaves
- 3 tsp goat cheese
Other Meats
- 4 Italian sausage
- Lasagna sheets
- 1 lb pork loin, filled with garlic cloves
- Beef with bone
- Boiled eggs
Instructions
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Spanish onions, bay leaves, and garlic and cook for about five minutes until the onion is softened and lightly browned.
- Add wine to the Dutch oven and increase the heat to high. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half.
- Add mushrooms, oysters, rosemary and thyme to the pot. Stir well and cook for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- Add crushed tomatoes to the pot and season with pepper and salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for one hour until thickened.
- Meanwhile, make the meatballs. In a large bowl combine bread crumbs, onion, parsley and pork. Mix well with your hands and form small balls. Place them in the fridge for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the meatballs and cook for about 10 minutes turning every few minutes, until fully cooked.
- Make the stuffed chicken: Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create four pieces of thin cutlets. Place a red pepper strip on top of each piece of chicken, followed by two basil leaves and one teaspoon of goat cheese. Roll up the chicken pieces and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat a second large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the stuffed chicken rolls to the pan and cook for about 10 minutes, flipping once, until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a third skillet over high heat, cook the Italian sausage and pork loin filled with garlic cloves. For the beef add boiling water to a medium pot over high heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Assemble the Sunday gravy: Place all cooked meats (meatballs, stuffed chicken, Italian sausage, pork loin and beef) in the pot of tomato sauce. Add lasagna sheets and boiled eggs and season with salt and pepper if needed. Simmer for 15 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve warm over pasta of your choice.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs when possible to enhance the flavor of the gravy.
- If you don’t have all the ingredients listed, feel free to substitute with what you have on hand.
- For a vegetarian version, leave out the meat and add your favorite vegetables like zucchini or eggplant.
- You can also freeze any leftovers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition information for one serving of Mario Batali Sunday gravy is as follows:
Calories – 320
Fat – 10g
Protein – 25g
Carbohydrates – 31 g
Sodium – 950 mg
What to serve with Mario Batali Sunday gravy?
Mario Batali Sunday Gravy is best served over your favorite pasta. It also pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, or mushrooms. You can also serve it alongside some garlic bread for an extra delicious meal. For dessert, try adding a scoop of gelato for the perfect finishing touch.
How to store leftover Mario Batali Sunday gravy?
You can store any leftover Mario Batali Sunday Gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Once you are ready to eat it again, simply reheat it on the stove or in the microwave and enjoy!
If you have more than you can eat within three days, consider freezing your leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. This will ensure that you can have the delicious flavors of Mario Batali Sunday Gravy anytime!
Can pregnant women eat this?
Mario Batali Sunday Gravy should be safe for pregnant women to eat, as long as it is cooked thoroughly. Pregnant women should avoid consuming raw or undercooked meats and seafood due to the risk of foodborne illness.
Therefore, it is important to ensure that all of the ingredients used in the gravy are cooked through before consumption. It is also important to remember to follow all safety measures for food preparation, such as washing hands and surfaces regularly, to avoid any potential risks.
Apart from that, a pregnant women should always speak with their doctor before consuming any type of food while pregnant. Be sure to enjoy this delicious dish in moderation!
FAQs
Are there any vegetarian versions of this dish?
Yes, you can substitute the meats with your favorite vegetables like zucchini or eggplant for a vegetarian version.
Alternatively, you can also add some white beans for added protein.
Is this dish gluten-free?
Yes, Mario Batali Sunday Gravy is naturally gluten-free and all the ingredients used in the recipe are gluten-free. However, it is important to check that any additional ingredients you may be using (like pasta) are gluten-free before consuming.
Can I make a large batch of this dish to feed a crowd?
Yes, it is possible to make a larger batch of this dish for feeding a crowd. Simply double or triple the ingredients when making the tomato sauce and increase the cooking time accordingly. You can also add more meat options like Italian sausage, pork loin, and beef for extra protein.
Additionally, you can make the stuffed chicken rolls ahead of time and cook them just before serving. This will help ensure your Sunday gravy is enjoyed by all!
Wrapping Up
Thanks for reading this guide. Mario Batali Sunday Gravy is a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. With its combination of sweet, savory, and herbs, it’s a dish that will satisfy all of your cravings. Once you make it, you won’t be able to get enough! Enjoy this delicious Italian classic with your loved ones!
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My name is Lori Walker. I’m a registered dietitian, food blogger and food enthusiast. I share easy healthy, delicious recipes on my blog and review necessary kitchen items. The recipes I share take less… Read more
