The Famous Cagnetta Sauce
(Courtesy John P. Cagnetta Jr.)
(2) Cans ground-peeled tomatoes (kitchen ready)
-Pastene recommended
(2) Carrots, peeled
(1) Celery stalk
(1) Onion, large
(2) Cloves per can, garlic, finely chopped
½ Cup red wine
½ Teaspoon black pepper
1-½ Tablespoon salt
1 Tablespoon, level, parsley
1 Tablespoon, heaping basil
½ Cup olive oil
½ Teaspoon sugar
⅔ Cup water
- VERY Finely Chop one (1) whole peeled carrot and one (1) celery stalk. Sautee in olive oil until tender. Set aside.
- Chop onion coarsely and sauté in ½ cup olive oil over medium heat until tender and translucent.
- Add chopped carrot and celery from step 1. Continue to sauté until mixture begins to show color from the carrot.
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