Classic Meatballs Recipe
Make Classic Meatballs Recipe in just 55m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Mix Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- 3
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
Bake Meatballs
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until they are browned and cooked through.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
Cook Onions
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 6
- 7
Create the Sauce
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, chopped basil, and sugar. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes.
- 8
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the sauce in the skillet. Let them simmer together for an additional 5 minutes to soak up the flavors.