Mini Meatballs & Marinara Recipe
Make Mini Meatballs & Marinara Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure the meatballs cook evenly.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil to help them brown during baking.
- 5
Bake Meatballs
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine.
- 9
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 10
Finish with Fresh Basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.
Assembly
- 11
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are done, add them to the marinara sauce and let them simmer together for an additional 5 minutes.
- 12
Serve
Serve the mini meatballs and marinara warm, garnished with extra basil or Parmesan cheese if desired.
