Jul 14 2026

Meatballs Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Marinara sauce with meatballs

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Ingredients

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Meatballs and Marinara Sauce

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatballs

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the Meatballs

    Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet.

  3. 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 8-10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Simmer in Marinara Sauce

    Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

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