Description
Cozy and comforting meatballs simmered in a bright, garlicky marinara, perfect for any crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 small finely diced onion
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for browning)
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Mix the ground beef and pork with the egg, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper.
- Form 1 1/4–1 1/2 inch meatballs and chill for 15 minutes.
- Brown meatballs in a skillet with olive oil or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes.
- For the marinara, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
- Add crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, salt, and pepper; simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Add browned meatballs to the sauce and simmer for another 10–15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Notes
For best results, do not overmix the meat mixture. Chill meatballs to help them hold their shape before cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian