Classic Beef Meatballs in Marinara

Est. Cost: $6.98 | $1.75 per person

Estimated cost based on featured sale items only. Does not include common pantry staples (oil, salt, spices, etc.).

Tender homemade beef meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce, perfect over pasta or for meatball subs.

Ingredients

Directions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

Step 3: Form mixture into 16 meatballs, about 2 inches each.

Step 4: Place meatballs on prepared baking sheet and bake 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.

Step 5: While meatballs bake, heat pasta sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6: Add baked meatballs to sauce and simmer 10 minutes, spooning sauce over meatballs occasionally.

Step 7: Serve over cooked pasta with additional Parmesan cheese.

Chef's Tip: Don't overwork the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender. Baking instead of frying reduces mess and fat.

Save by using Use sale-priced ground beef and Francesco Rinaldi sauce for an affordable Italian classic. and Serve with Spaghetti and garlic bread.