Delicious Beef Meatballs in Marinara Sauce Recipe

Introduction

Beef meatballs in marinara sauce is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for dinner parties or family gatherings. This hearty and flavorful dish is easy to make and is sure to impress your guests. In this recipe, we will show you how to make juicy beef meatballs in a rich and savory marinara sauce.

Ingredients

For the beef meatballs:- 1 pound ground beef- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese- 1 egg, lightly beaten- 1 teaspoon garlic powder- 1 teaspoon dried oregano- Salt and pepper to tasteFor the marinara sauce:- 2 tablespoons olive oil- 1 onion, chopped- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes- 1 teaspoon dried basil- 1 teaspoon dried oregano- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.3. Roll the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until cooked through.5. While the meatballs are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.6. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.7. Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.8. Lower the heat and simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.9. Add the cooked meatballs to the skillet and spoon the marinara sauce over them.10. Cook the meatballs and sauce together for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the meatballs are fully coated.11. Serve the beef meatballs in marinara sauce hot with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese on top.

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