Meatballs (2) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- 3
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
Bake the Meatballs
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
Sauté the Onion
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- 6
Add Tomato Sauce and Spices
Stir in the tomato sauce, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7
Combine Meatballs with Sauce
Once the meatballs are baked, add them to the skillet with the sauce. Coat the meatballs in the sauce and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.