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Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
Marinara Sauce Ingredients
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and finely chopped onion. Mix until well combined, but do not overwork the mixture.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the meat mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 4
Bake Meatballs
Once the oven is preheated, bake the meatballs for about 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- 7
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Add Fresh Basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.
- 9
Combine with Meatballs
Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the marinara sauce and let them simmer together for an additional 5 minutes.
- 10
Serve with Parmesan
Serve the meatballs and marinara sauce hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
