Big Chef Meatballs Recipe
Make Big Chef Meatballs Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meatball Mixture
Tomato Sauce
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until fully incorporated.
- 2
Shape Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Chill
Cover the meatballs with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 4
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Cooking Meatballs
- 6
Cook Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the meatballs to the simmering tomato sauce. Cover the skillet and let the meatballs cook in the sauce for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
- 7
Serve
Once cooked, serve the meatballs hot with sauce over spaghetti, or enjoy them as an appetizer with toothpicks.
