Description
These Easy Italian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce are a classic comfort food dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. Tender meatballs seasoned with traditional Italian herbs and spices, cooked in a rich tomato sauce – it’s a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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For the Meatballs:
- 750 g minced beef & pork mix
- 1 egg
- 100 ml milk
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 3 teaspoons Italian pasta mix
- 1 teaspoon Italian herb mix
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 50 g Grana Padano cheese (grated)
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 1 red onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato puree
- 500 ml passata (smooth tomato sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the minced beef and pork, egg, milk, oregano, basil, Italian pasta mix, Italian herb mix, fresh rosemary, and grated Grana Padano cheese.
- Mix Gently: Using hands or a wooden spoon, gently mix until just incorporated. Ensure the mixture remains moist and cohesive, with visible pieces of ground meat.
- Form Meatballs: With lightly oiled hands, form the mixture into meatballs. This prevents sticking and helps incorporate a bit more moisture into the meatballs.
- Brown Meatballs: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides to develop a golden crust, then set aside on a baking tray. This may require doing in batches.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same pan, add additional oil if needed, and soften the chopped onion and minced garlic. Stir in the tomato puree, then add the passata. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook Meatballs in Sauce: Add the meatballs back to the pan with the sauce. Simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Italian, Meatballs, Tomato Sauce, Easy, Comfort Food
