Jul 14 2026
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Homemade Meatballs W/pork & Sausage & Provolone Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Scalessa's "My Way" Old School Italian Kitchen
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Sunday Gravy Parmigiana

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Ingredients

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Meatball Ingredients

Sunday Gravy Ingredients

Method

Meatball Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatball Mixture

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, and chopped provolone cheese. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Add Seasonings

    Mince the garlic and chop the parsley. Add these, along with the eggs, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly using your hands until all ingredients are well combined.

  3. 3

    Form the Meatballs

    Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.

Cooking the Meatballs

  1. 4

    Sear the Meatballs

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Making the Sunday Gravy

  1. 5

    Sauté the Onions

    In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if necessary, and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 6

    Add Tomatoes and Herbs

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, and red wine. Bring to a gentle simmer.

  3. 7

    Combine Meatballs and Gravy

    Return the seared meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let it simmer on low for about 30-40 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh basil, over your favorite pasta or on sub rolls with melted provolone cheese.

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