Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDelaney's TavernMama Becky's Meatballs* Recipe

Mama Becky's Meatballs* Recipe

Inspired by Delaney's Tavern
Time45m
Serves4

arrabiata sauce, asiago cheese

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Ingredients

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Meatballs Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatballs

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

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Bake the Meatballs

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Arrabiata Sauce

    While the meatballs are baking, prepare the arrabiata sauce. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Combine Meatballs and Sauce

    Once the meatballs are done, add them to the arrabiata sauce and let them simmer together for another 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the meatballs topped with arrabiata sauce and a sprinkle of asiago cheese.

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