For a smoother sauce, you can strain it after simmering to remove any larger pieces. Adjust the spices to your preference. If you like it spicier, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder. This sauce freezes well! Make a big batch and store it for future Garbage Plate cravings. Serve over macaroni salad, home fries, or your favorite protein. Don't forget the diced onions, ketchup, and mustard!
Garbage Plate Sauce
-
PREP TIME5 mins
-
COOK TIME40 mins
-
TOTAL TIME45 mins
-
SERVING4 People
-
VIEWS231
Unleash the legendary flavors of Rochester with this Garbage Plate Sauce! This robust, spiced meat sauce is the cornerstone of the iconic dish, perfect for smothering your favorite sides and proteins in a symphony of savory goodness.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
-
Carbohydrate1 g
-
Cholesterol34 mg
-
Fiber1 g
-
Protein10 g
-
Saturated Fat3 g
-
Sodium183 mg
-
Sugar0 g
-
Fat7 g
-
Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
Salamander lied porpoise much over tightly circa horse taped so innocuously side crudey mightily rigorous plot life. New homes in particular are subject. All recipes created with FoodiePress have suport for Micoformats and Schema.org is a collaboration byo improve convallis.
01 Step
Recipe View 7 mins In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon until it's fully cooked and crumbly. (5-7 minutes). Drain off any excess grease.
02 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Transfer the cooked beef to a blender or food processor and pulse until it is finely minced, almost a paste-like consistency. This step is crucial for achieving the authentic texture.
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Return the minced beef to the skillet. Add 1 1/4 cups water, white vinegar, paprika, black pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, allspice, cloves, cumin, thyme, and cinnamon. Stir well to combine.
04 Step
Recipe View 45 mins Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, stirring occasionally. Add more water as needed to maintain a moist, gravy-like consistency. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors will meld and deepen.
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
RECIPE REVIEWS
LEAVE A REVIEW
Please Rate
Dock Williamson
Jun 1, 2025This recipe is spot on! Tastes just like the real deal from Rochester!
Jannie Schmeler
Feb 16, 2025Thank you for sharing this! My search for a good Garbage Plate sauce is finally over.
Christophe Ernser
Jan 14, 2025Easy to follow and tastes great. I added a little extra chili powder for a bit more kick.
Pearlie Boehm
Aug 1, 2024I was skeptical, but this sauce is amazing. My family devoured it!