Sep 24 2026
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Saucy Balls Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Alberta AAA Angus meatballs stuffed with mozzarella in a roasted tomato sauce, topped with parmesan flakes. served with garlic focaccia

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Garlic Focaccia

Toppings

Method

Meatballs Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Meatballs

    Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and mold the meat around it to form a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used.

Cooking Meatballs

  1. 2

    Cook the Meatballs

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Tomato Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Combining

  1. 4

    Combine Meatballs and Sauce

    Carefully add the browned meatballs to the sauce. Cover and simmer for another 15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Focaccia Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Garlic Focaccia

    While the meatballs are simmering, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the focaccia with olive oil, sprinkle minced garlic and chopped parsley evenly over the top. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Serve the meatballs in the roasted tomato sauce, topped with grated parmesan cheese, alongside the garlic focaccia.

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