Jul 13 2026
Restaurants›Papa Frank's›Choice Of Sauces Recipe

Choice Of Sauces Recipe

Inspired by Papa Frank's
Time1h
Serves4

Papa Frank's Meat Sauce, Alfredo, Marinara, or Vodka

Jump to Recipe

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Papa Frank's Meat Sauce

Alfredo Sauce

Marinara Sauce

Vodka Sauce

Method

Papa Frank's Meat Sauce

  1. 1

    Cook the Meat

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Alfredo Sauce

  1. 5

    Melt Butter

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

  2. 6

    Add Cream and Garlic

    Stir in heavy cream and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

  3. 7

    Incorporate Cheese

    Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and smooth.

  4. 8

    Season

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

Marinara Sauce

  1. 9

    Sauté Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 10

    Add Tomatoes and Basil

    Add crushed tomatoes and fresh basil to the saucepan. Stir well.

  3. 11

    Season

    Season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  4. 12

    Simmer

    Reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Vodka Sauce

  1. 13

    Sauté Onion and Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until onion is translucent.

  2. 14

    Stir in Tomatoes and Vodka

    Add crushed tomatoes and vodka to the saucepan. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

  3. 15

    Add Cream and Cheese

    Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.

  4. 16

    Season

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for 15 minutes.

More from Papa Frank's