Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRocco’s Wood Fired PizzaMeatball Tomato Recipe

Meatball Tomato Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Tomato Sauce

Method

Meatball Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Bake the Meatballs

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

Tomato Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Sauté the Onion and Garlic

    In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

  2. 5

    Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  3. 6

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combine and Serve

  1. 7

    Combine Meatballs and Sauce

    Once the meatballs are done baking, gently add them to the simmering tomato sauce. Allow them to cook together for an additional 5 minutes.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh parsley or extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

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