Homemade Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatball Mixture
Cooking Sauce
Method
Prepare Meatballs
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cook Meatballs
- 3
Brown Meatballs
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Brown on all sides for about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Prepare Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- 6
Simmer Meatballs in Sauce
Carefully add the browned meatballs back into the skillet. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the meatballs to absorb the flavors.