Heritage Meatballs

A delightful take on traditional meatballs featuring juicy ground beef, aromatic herbs, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, and optimized for classic Italian flavor.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 33 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1 large egg

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

2 cups tomato sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic, and onion. Mix until just combined.

2. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Add meatballs to the skillet and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes.

5. Pour tomato sauce over the meatballs.

6. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.

Storage

Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat meatballs in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through, or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.