Meatballs & Moons Combo Recipe
Two meatballs simmered with marinara sauce and a dollop of ricotta cheese paired with our cheesy Mozzarella Moons. Finished with grated parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Cheesy Mozzarella Moons
Toppings
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes or until browned.
Marinara Sauce
- 4
Sauté the Onions and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, then add chopped basil. Set aside.
Cheesy Mozzarella Moons
- 7
- 8
Shape the Moons
On a floured surface, roll out the dough and cut it into moon shapes using a cookie cutter or knife.
- 9
Cook the Moons
In a large skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Cook the moon shapes for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Assembling the Dish
- 10
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
In a pot, combine the baked meatballs with the marinara sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 11
Serve the Dish
Plate the meatballs with marinara sauce, add a dollop of ricotta cheese, and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Serve alongside the cheesy mozzarella moons, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.
