Meatball Recipe

Name: The Pasta Villas Meatball Recipe
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Ground beef; 1 lb Ground pork; 1 cup Breadcrumbs; 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese; 1 piece Egg; 2 cloves Garlic; 2 tbs Parsley; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes; 1 piece Onion; 2 tbs Olive oil; 1 tbs Basil; 1 tsp Sugar; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper

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@thepastavilla

May 04 2025

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30m

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Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Meatball in just 30m. Savory meatballs made from a blend of seasoned ground meat, herbs, and spices, served in a rich tomato sauce.

Preparation of Meatballs

1. Combine Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, finely chopped herbs, and spices.

2. Mix Thoroughly

Using your hands or a spoon, mix the ingredients until well combined, ensuring the herbs and spices are evenly distributed.

3. Form Meatballs

Take a portion of the mixture and roll it into balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. Chill

Refrigerate the formed meatballs for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.

Cooking the Meatballs

5. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

6. Bake Meatballs

Place the baking sheet with the meatballs in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.

Making the Tomato Sauce

7. Prepare Sauce

In a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions and garlic until fragrant.

8. Add Tomato Base

Stir in crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and any additional herbs or spices to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Combining and Serving

9. Combine Meatballs and Sauce

Once the meatballs are cooked, gently add them to the simmering tomato sauce. Allow them to simmer together for an additional 5-10 minutes.

10. Serve

Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside pasta or crusty bread.