Italian Meatballs Recipe
Six hand-rolled, perfectly seasoned ground beef meatballs smothered in homemade red & green pepper marinara sauce. Served with a garlic cheese roll.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Garlic Cheese Roll
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Roll the mixture into six equal meatballs, approximately 2 inches in diameter.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Marinara Sauce
- 4
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, black pepper, and basil. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes.
- 6
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet with the marinara sauce, ensuring they are well coated. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Garlic Cheese Roll
- 7
Prepare the Garlic Cheese Mixture
In a small bowl, mix softened butter, garlic powder, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley until well combined.
- 8
Spread on Rolls
Spread the garlic cheese mixture evenly on each roll.
- 9
Bake the Rolls
Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes until golden and toasted.
