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Italian Meatballs

We love meatballs! And this weeknight-friendly version of Italian Meatballs from @wandering_chickpeaeatures are oven-baked beef with fresh basil and a luscious homemade tomato sauce. Simple, comforting and ready in just about 30 minutes.

  • Prep Time

    10min

  • Cook Time

    20min

  • Total Time

    30min

  • Servings

    6-8

  • Recipe Category Meatballs

  • Recipe Cuisine Italian

  • Recipe Level Simple

Recipe By: Elaine Skiadas @wandering_chickpea

Ingredients

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 425° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the meatball ingredients. Do not overmix or the meatballs will be too dense.
  • Use oiled hands to shape the meat mixture into 8 balls. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, The meatballs will not be fully cooked at this point.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. When shimmering, add the onion and cook for 3-5 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic, tomato paste, oregano and salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Pour in the passata and bring to a simmer, Place the meatballs in the pot, cover and simmer over medium-low heat for another 10-15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  • Cook the pasta al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and toss with a few spoonfuls of tomato sauce top with meatballs and fresh basil.

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Italian Meatballs

We love meatballs! And this weeknight-friendly version of Italian Meatballs from @wandering_chickpeaeatures oven-baked beef meatballs with fresh basil and a luscious homemade tomato sauce. Simple, comforting and ready in just about 30 minutes.