Gerimonte Spaghetti Fest

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Introducing the Gerimonte Spaghetti Fest Recipe, a delightful culinary experience that will transport your taste buds to Italy. This recipe combines the perfect blend of flavors and textures, resulting in a mouthwatering spaghetti dish that is sure to be a hit at any gathering. With its rich tomato sauce, savory meatballs, and al dente pasta, this recipe is a true celebration of Italian cuisine. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting meal, the Gerimonte Spaghetti Fest Recipe is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

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Gerimonte spaghetti fest recipe details

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This recipe was given to us in 1965 by a friend from Italy who’s had it in their family for over 85 years. The Gerimonte family used to cook this for benefit dinners – called the (Gerimonte Spaghetti Fest). Follow this recipe to the last ingredient and you will be handing this down for many generations to come.

Ready in: 8 hours 30 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 12

• Sauce:
• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 2 large red onions, minced
• 3 28oz. cans whole tomatoes
• 2 12oz. cans tomato paste
• 1 rounded Tablespoon of oregano
• 1 teaspoon of dried basil
• 6 fresh rosemary leaves
• 1 teaspoon powdered garlic
• 1 6oz can of chopped olives
• 2 cups chopped or sliced mushrooms
• Meatballs:
• 2lbs lean ground beef
• 1lb ground pork steak
• 2 cups ground bread crumbs
• 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
• 1 cup chopped celery leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon (measure exactly)
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Preparation method

Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 8 hours

1. Sauce: Melt butter in large pot and add onions. Cook until onions are transparent (not brown).
2. Add remainder of sauce ingredients to pot. Simmer gently 6 to 8 hours, add a bit of water if it cooks down to much.
3. Meatballs: Mix meatballs ingredients together and mold into walnut-sized balls. Add to sauce about 45 minutes before end of sauce cooking time.
4. Cook spaghetti per package directions. Drain cooked spaghetti + add a few spoons of sauce so it won’t stick together. Serve!Cook Information Cleanup:

CookTime: 6-8 hours | PrepTime: 30-40 min. | TotalTime: 8-9 hours

Cook Information Cleanup:

CookTime: 6-8 hours | PrepTime: 30-40 min. | TotalTime: 8-9 hours