Mommy's Bolognese Sauce

This is a very rich beef sauce that will turn a plate of pasta into a bit of glory. Or you can use this for fillings for cannelloni, frittata, or a quick little meat pie. Very good! Note that the beef is not ground but simply cooked till it falls apart. Such a sauce!

1 lb boneless beef chuck (pot roast)

salt and pepper to taste

1 T olive oil

3/4 c water

1/3 c dry red wine

2 cloves garlic, crushed

2 1/2 c fresh tomato sauce Sicilian (see following recipe - "blog")

1 c chicken stock

1/3 c grated parmesan cheese 

1/2 c crea

Season the meat with salt and pepper. Brown well in a frying pan with the olive oil. Place the meat in a small heavy saucepan and add the water, wine and garlic. Bring to a boil and gently simmer, covered for 2 hours. If the pan begins to dry out, add more water. Allow to cool in the pot with the lid on till you can handle it. Shred the meat and place it in a 4 qt pot along with its cooking juices. Cover and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring often. Add cheese and cream and simmer 15 minutes more.