Meatballs & Sausage Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Sausage
Method
Prepare Meatballs
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Shape the Meatballs
Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking. Take a small amount of the meat mixture and roll it into a ball about the size of a golf ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
Cook Sausage
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped bell pepper and onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- 5
Cook Sausage
Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for an additional 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
Combine and Serve
- 7
Combine Meatballs and Sausage
Once the meatballs are baked, add them to the skillet with the sausage and sauce. Gently stir to coat the meatballs with the sauce.
- 8
Serve
Serve the meatballs and sausage hot, optionally with pasta or on a sub roll with cheese.