Mamma's Famous Meatballs Recipe
Served on a bed of string beans and topped with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
String Beans
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get approximately 20 meatballs.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Marinara Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 6
Combine Meatballs with Sauce
Return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Simmer in the sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- 7
Add Fresh Basil
Stir in chopped fresh basil just before serving.
String Beans
- 8
Prepare the String Beans
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add the trimmed string beans and blanch for about 3-4 minutes until vibrant green and tender-crisp.
- 9
Sauté the String Beans
Drain the beans and return to the pot. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Sauté over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
Assembly
- 10
Serve the Dish
On a plate, create a bed of sautéed string beans. Top with meatballs and generously ladle marinara sauce over the top. Serve warm.
