Cookin’ with Nino: Sal & Judy’s Ragu

Sal & Judy’s Ragu

(Serves 4)

Ingredients:

• 1 Jar of Sal & Judy’s Original Pasta Sauce
• 3/4 lb. ground beef or veal
• 3/4 lb. ground pork
• 2 Tablespoons of Sal & Judy’s Italian Seasoning
• 2 oz. of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 oz. Dry Red Wine
• 1lb. Garofalo Pasta
• Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese (if desired)

Instructions:

1. Saute beef and pork until 3/4 cooked, strain excess fat if needed. On medium-high heat, add extra virgin olive oil and Sal & Judy’s Italian Seasoning.  Reduce to medium to low, cover and cook for 2 minutes.  Uncover, add red wine, stir and cover for additional 2 minutes.  Uncover, add your favorite Sal & Judy’s Pasta Sauce.  Bring to a simmer.
2. Cook pasta, strain, do not wash, add to bowl.  Add meat mixture to bowl, stir, top with desired amount of Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese.  Serve hot.