Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatball Mixture
Sauce
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
Cooking Meatballs
- 3
Sear Meatballs
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add half of the meatballs and sear until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside. Repeat with remaining meatballs.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Combine and Simmer
- 6
Add Meatballs to Sauce
Carefully add the seared meatballs back into the skillet with the sauce. Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
- 7
Finish with Fresh Basil
Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh basil for added flavor.
