
A historical main dish from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Can be put in casserole dish
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
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Brown veal in one-third cup of drippings
Add one-third cup of onions cut fine (or clove of garlic) and one-half can tomatoes
Let simmer one and one-half hours
In meantime boil small package spaghetti in two quarts boiling salt water
When cooked tender put in colander and let cold water run over and drain
Grate a quarter of a pound American cheese
Add to the meat, onions and tomatoes the spaghetti, one can peas, cheese and simmer half hour longer
Can be put in casserole dish
Add pepper, red pepper and salt to taste
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Browning the veal creates a flavorful fond through the Maillard reaction, where amino acids and sugars react at high heat to produce complex savory compounds. The long, slow simmer breaks down the collagen in neck meat into gelatin, transforming tough cuts into tender, succulent pieces. Rinsing the cooked spaghetti with cold water stops the cooking process and removes excess starch that would otherwise make the dish gummy when combined with the sauce.
The veal and tomato mixture can be prepared through step 3 up to 2 days ahead. Cool completely, then refrigerate in an airtight container. Reheat gently before adding the spaghetti, cheese, and peas. The complete dish can be assembled in a casserole and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before the final 30-minute simmer or bake.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The pasta will continue to absorb liquid, so add a splash of water or broth when reheating. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, or in a 325°F oven covered with foil for 20-25 minutes. Not recommended for freezing as the pasta texture will deteriorate.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
The veal and tomato mixture can be prepared through step 3 up to 2 days ahead. Cool completely, then refrigerate in an airtight container. Reheat gently before adding the spaghetti, cheese, and peas. The complete dish can be assembled in a casserole and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before the final 30-minute simmer or bake.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The pasta will continue to absorb liquid, so add a splash of water or broth when reheating. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, or in a 325°F oven covered with foil for 20-25 minutes. Not recommended for freezing as the pasta texture will deteriorate.