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Sausage and Meatball Red Sauce
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.
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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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