Meatballs & Marinara Recipe
Make Meatballs & Marinara Recipe in just 50m. 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
- 1
Prepare the Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, 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 inch in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 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
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Add the browned meatballs back to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Let simmer together for an additional 10 minutes.
- 8
Serve
Once the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened, serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped basil if desired.
