Jul 17 2026
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Meatballs Recipe

Inspired by Louie
Time1h
Serves4

pomodoro, parmigiano

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Pomodoro Sauce

To Finish

Method

Prepare the Meatballs

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, breadcrumbs soaked in milk, garlic, grated onion, grated parmigiano, parsley, salt and pepper. Mix just until combined; do not overwork.

  2. 2

    Form Meatballs

    Using damp hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a plate or baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Brown the Meatballs

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Working in batches, brown the meatballs on all sides, about 6–8 minutes total. Remove and set aside.

Make the Pomodoro Sauce

  1. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.

  2. 5

    Simmer Sauce

    Add crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Finish the Dish

  1. 6

    Simmer Meatballs in Sauce

    Add the browned meatballs to the simmering pomodoro sauce. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Serve meatballs with sauce, topped with grated parmigiano-reggiano and fresh basil if desired.

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