Le “mie Polpette” All'italiana Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Meatball Mixture

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

2. 2

   Form the Meatballs

   Wet your hands to prevent sticking and form the mixture into meatballs, about the size of a golf ball. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3. 3

   Cook the Meatballs

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the meatballs in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and browned.

4. 4

   Prepare the Tomato Sauce

   While the meatballs are baking, in a large saucepan, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Combine Meatballs and Sauce

   Once the meatballs are done, add them to the tomato sauce and let them simmer together for an additional 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.