Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBRAVO! Italian Restaurant & BarMeatball/ Marinara Sauce Recipe

Meatball/ Marinara Sauce Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Omelet

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Meatballs

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form and Cook Meatballs

    Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the meatballs until browned on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Marinara Sauce

    In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  4. 4

    Add Tomatoes and Season

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Combine Meatballs and Sauce

    Add the cooked meatballs back to the sauce and let simmer for another 15 minutes. Stir in fresh basil before serving.

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