Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter. Place the meatballs on a tray or plate.
- 3
Sear Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches, searing them on all sides until browned. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Sauté Onion and Garlic
In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once heated, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, adding the dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Return the seared meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meatballs to cook through.
