Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatball Mixture
Sauce
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs approximately 2.5 cm in diameter. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Cooking Meatballs
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are browned and cooked through.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Add Fresh Basil
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, stir in the chopped fresh basil. Remove from heat.
Serving
- 7
Combine and Serve
Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the sauce and stir gently to coat. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or on their own with crusty bread.
