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Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Juicy and flavorful meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 500 g ground beef medium-fat
  • 1 onion grated
  • 1 garlic clove grated
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon parsley finely chopped

For the Tomato Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cups grated tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix all meatball ingredients and form into walnut-sized balls.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly brown the meatballs for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  • In a separate pot, heat olive oil and sauté the garlic for 1 minute.
  • Add the grated tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Place the meatballs into the tomato sauce and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Serve hot.

NUTRITION FACTS (Per Serving)

Calories: 320 kcal
Carbs: 10 g
Fat: 20 g
Protein: 25 g