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Prison Sauce (Goodfellas Inspired) with Sausages, Beef Shank, Veal Neck, and Meatballs
A hearty, slow‑cooked Italian‑American meat sauce inspired by the iconic "Prison sauce" from Goodfellas. Thinly sliced garlic melts into the oil, three kinds of meat create deep flavor, and a splash of red wine finishes the sauce. Served over al dente pasta and topped with Parmesan, this dish is perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Critical Success Points
- • Slice garlic paper‑thin so it melts into the oil.
- • Brown all meats properly to develop fond.
- • Maintain a low, steady simmer for 4 hours.
Safety Warnings
- • Hot oil can splatter – use a splatter guard.
- • Handle raw meat with separate cutting board and wash hands thoroughly.
- • Deglazing with wine near an open flame can cause flare‑ups; keep flame low.
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