Jul 13 2026
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Meatballs (4) Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Make Meatballs (4) Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meatball Mixture

Sauce

Method

Meatball Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Mix Meatball Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Form Meatballs

    Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  4. 4

    Bake Meatballs

    Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and have a nice golden brown color.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Sauté Onions

    While the meatballs are baking, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 6

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 7

    Combine Meatballs and Sauce

    Once the meatballs are done baking, gently transfer them into the sauce, ensuring they are well coated. Allow them to simmer together for an additional 5 minutes.

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