Polpetta E Cipolla Rossa Recipe
Homemade meatballs, red onions, mozzarella, & tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Sauce and Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced red onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
- 5
Combine with Sauce
Pour in the canned tomato sauce and add fresh basil. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add Meatballs
Carefully add the baked meatballs to the sauce and let them simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- 7
Add Mozzarella
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs and cover until the cheese is melted.
