Meatballs Recipe
Five meatballs coated in vodka sauce and sprinkled with mozzarella.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into 5 equal-sized meatballs, about 2 inches in diameter.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
- 4
Add the Sauce
Pour the vodka sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.
- 5
Add the Cheese
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the meatballs and cover the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- 6
Serve
Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
