Beef Meatballs In Tomato Sauce Recipe
Delight in our savory beef meatballs, crafted with breadcrumbs and baked to perfection in a rich tomato sauce. Served warm with crusty bread, this dish offers a hearty and comforting experience that’s perfect for sharing—or enjoying all to yourself!
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes or until cooked through and browned.
- 4
Prepare the Tomato Sauce
In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- 5
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Let simmer together for an additional 5 minutes.
- 6
Serve
Serve the meatballs in the tomato sauce warm, accompanied by crusty bread.


