Meatballs & Red Gravy Recipe
Pork and beef meatballs, marinara, basil, shredded Parmesan cheese
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Red Gravy (Marinara)
Garnish
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and browned on the outside.
Red Gravy (Marinara)
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Serve
- 7
Combine Meatballs with Sauce
Once the meatballs are done baking, carefully add them to the simmering marinara sauce. Let them cook together for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Serve the meatballs and red gravy hot, garnished with freshly chopped basil and shredded Parmesan cheese.
