Rocco's Meatball & Italian Sausage Recipe
Make Rocco's Meatball & Italian Sausage Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Italian Sausage
Sauce
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix the Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until they are browned and cooked through.
Italian Sausage Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Sausage Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, fennel seeds, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and sugar. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
- 5
Shape the Sausages
Shape the mixture into sausage links or patties as desired. Set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and chopped basil. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Combine and Serve
- 8
Combine Everything
Add the baked meatballs and shaped sausage to the sauce. Allow everything to simmer together for 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 9
Serve
Serve the meatballs and sausage over pasta or in a sub roll, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.