Sausage Italian Gravy
Rich, hearty, and bursting with authentic Italian flavors, this Sausage Italian Gravy is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for cozy family dinners. Crafted with a robust blend of mild or hot Italian sausage, aromatic garlic, and sweet onions, this slow-simmered sauce melds together crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of beef broth for a velvety, flavorful base. Seasoned to perfection with oregano, basil, and just a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this homemade Italian sausage sauce is simmered to deepen its rich, savory taste. Serve it over al dente pasta or with a slice of crusty bread to soak up every last drop. Ready in just over 90 minutes, this dish is perfect for meal prepping or enjoying leftovers the next day. Perfect for pasta night or Sunday family gatherings, this classic Italian gravy recipe brings comfort food to your table with ease.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Remove the casings from the Italian sausage and add the sausage to the pot. Break it up with a wooden spoon as it browns, cooking for about 7-8 minutes until fully cooked. Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped yellow onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance its flavor.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Add the cooked sausage back into the pot, along with the dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce gently simmer, uncovered, for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will be.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.
Optional: Garnish with fresh basil and serve over your favorite pasta or alongside some crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.7 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.0 g | 205% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 7795 mg | 339% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.8 g | ||
| Protein | 77.9 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 3525 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
