Meatball Parmigiana Recipe
House meatballs with marinara & mozzarella
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Assembly
Method
Meatballs
- 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
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
Marinara Sauce
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Season
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 6
Finish Sauce
Stir in chopped fresh basil just before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assembly
- 7
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are done, add them to the marinara sauce, ensuring they are well coated.
- 8
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs in the sauce.
- 9
Broil
Place the skillet under a broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- 10
Serve
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot with crusty bread or over pasta.
