Meatballs and Marinara
A classic dish featuring juicy meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Cooked pasta (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat marinara sauce in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 20-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve over cooked pasta if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
For storing leftovers, allow the meatballs and marinara to cool before transferring to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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