Meatballs are a classic comfort food that is loved by many. Whether you have them with spaghetti or on their own as an appetizer, meatballs are always a hit. And what makes them even better is a delicious sauce to go with them. In this recipe, we will show you how to make meatballs with a rich tomato sauce that will have you coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
For the meatballs, you will need: - 1 pound ground beef - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs - 1/4 cup milk - 1 egg - 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper For the sauce, you will need: - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 onion, chopped - 2 garlic cloves, minced - 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes - 1 teaspoon dried basil - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined. 3. Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. 4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through. 5. While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the sauce. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. 6. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the saucepan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. 7. Add the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the saucepan and stir everything together. 8. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes until it has thickened slightly. 9. Once the meatballs are done, add them to the sauce and stir everything together. 10. Let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for a few minutes until they are heated through and coated in the sauce. 11. Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta, or on their own with a side salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 4 servings of meatballs with sauce. The nutrition information per serving is: - Calories: 440 - Fat: 26g - Saturated Fat: 9g - Cholesterol: 140mg - Sodium: 1370mg - Carbohydrates: 19g - Fiber: 3g - Sugar: 8g - Protein: 32g
Conclusion
This meatballs recipe with sauce is a delicious and easy meal that everyone will love. The meatballs are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and satisfying. Whether you make this for a family dinner or a dinner party, it's sure to be a hit. Give it a try and let us know what you think!