Classic Meatballs with Tomato Sauce
Transform your dinner table into a comforting haven with this irresistible recipe for **Classic Meatballs with Tomato Sauce**. Featuring tender, juicy meatballs made from seasoned ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a touch of Parmesan, this dish is elevated by a richly aromatic homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, oregano, and basil. Perfectly browned meatballs are simmered in the flavorful sauce, ensuring every bite is packed with savory goodness. Ready in just an hour, this hearty recipe is ideal for pairing with pasta, rice, or crusty bread, making it a versatile option for family dinners or casual entertaining. Simple yet packed with flavor, this dish combines Italian-inspired tradition with approachable, comforting cooking techniques. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 50 grams Breadcrumbs
- 60 ml Milk
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and milk. Allow to soak for 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, 1 minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper.
Gently mix with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to prevent tough meatballs.
Form the mixture into small golf ball-sized meatballs, placing them on a tray.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking until all sides are browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the remaining minced garlic clove and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, and sugar. Stir to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Carefully add the meatballs back into the skillet.
Cover and cook for 20 minutes, ensuring the meatballs are cooked through and flavorful.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy with freshly cooked pasta or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.5 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.9 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 848 mg | 283% | |
| Sodium | 5921 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.9 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g | ||
| Protein | 191.6 g | 383% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1022 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 4406 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
