Jul 09 2026
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Meatballs (3) Recipe

Inspired by CC Tomatoes
Time45m
Serves4

Make Meatballs (3) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meatball Mixture

Cooking Sauce

Method

Meatball Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatball Mixture

    In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, the egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together using your hands or a spoon until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Once the mixture is combined, use your hands to form small meatballs, about 2.5 cm in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a plate or tray.

Cooking the Meatballs

  1. 3

    Brown the Meatballs

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for about 5-6 minutes until they are browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

Making the Sauce

  1. 4

    Prepare the Sauce

    In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add diced onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent. Then, add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

  2. 5

    Simmer the Meatballs in Sauce

    Return the browned meatballs to the skillet with the sauce. Cover and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meatballs to cook through.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Meatballs

    Once cooked, serve the meatballs hot over pasta, rice, or on their own with a sprinkle of additional parsley and parmesan if desired.

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