Meatball Recipe
red sauce, provolone, parmigiano reggiano, sesame
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Red Sauce
Cheese Topping
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Mix the Meatball Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and sesame seeds. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until they're browned and cooked through.
Red Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Combining and Topping
- 7
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are baked, add them to the simmering red sauce. Let them simmer together for an additional 5-10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- 8
Add Cheese Topping
Preheat your broiler. Transfer the meatballs and sauce to an oven-safe dish. Sprinkle the provolone cheese and grated Parmigiano Reggiano on top. Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
