Homemade Meatballs Recipe
From our family to yours. Grandma's Flavorful meatballs are served over a bed of risotto with Marinara Sauce
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Risotto
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form Meatballs
With your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked and browned on the outside.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Finish Sauce
Add chopped fresh basil to the sauce just before serving to enhance the flavor.
Risotto Preparation
- 7
- 8
Toast Rice
Add arborio rice to the saucepan and stir for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
- 9
Add Broth and Wine
Pour in white wine and cook until absorbed. Gradually add chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until the liquid is absorbed before adding more. Continue until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
- 10
Finish Risotto
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
