Description

Nonna’s Meatballs in Tomato Sauce is a classic Italian dish that is hearty and comforting. These meatballs are tender and flavorful, simmered in a rich tomato sauce that is bursting with herbs and spices. This recipe is a labor of love, but the results are well worth it.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 Cloves of Garlic, Minced
1/3 Cup Finely Chopped Onion
Salt & Pepper to Taste
1/4 Cup Chopped Basil
1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
Dash of Red Pepper Flakes (Optional)
1 (6oz) Can Tomato Paste
1 Large (28 Ounce) Can Pureed or Crushed Tomatoes
About 1 1/2 Cups Water
3 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese

For the Meatballs:

1 1/2 lb. Ground Beef
Salt & Pepper to Taste
2 Tablespoons Fresh Very Finely Chopped Parsley
2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Egg
1 Cup Soft Bread Crumbs (made from soft bread)
1/2 Cup Milk

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Instructions

Heat the oil over medium heat, then add the garlic, onion, and saute until tender. Add the paste, tomatoes, water, and herbs, bring to a boil, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Mix all the meatball ingredients together with the bread crumb mixture. Shape into golf ball-sized balls and gently drop into the simmering sauce.
Do not stir for the first 15 minutes or until the meatballs firm up. Continue to cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Stir the grated cheese into the sauce just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 120mg