With Meatballs, Sausage Or Sunday Gravy Recipe
Make With Meatballs, Sausage Or Sunday Gravy Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Sausage
Sunday Gravy
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Set aside on a baking sheet.
- 3
Cook Meatballs
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sausage
- 4
Cook Sausage
In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add the Italian sausage links. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sunday Gravy
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, red wine (if using), and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Combine Meatballs and Sausage
Add the browned meatballs and sausages into the sauce. Cover and simmer for an additional 20-30 minutes to let the flavors meld.