Italian Or Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Mixing Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

Forming Meatballs

Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Baking Meatballs

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.

Cooking Sauce

In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Adding Tomatoes and Seasoning

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combining Meatballs with Sauce

Once the meatballs are cooked, gently add them to the sauce. Let them simmer together for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serving

Serve the meatballs hot over pasta, rice, or on their own, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.