Asparagus, Tomatoes, with Meatballs Recipe

Name: Asparagus, Tomatoes, with Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 1/3 lb ground beef; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 large egg; 1 tbsp fennel seed; 1/3 tsp salt; 1/3 cup olive oil, extra virgin; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 14 1/2 oz tomato sauce; 14 1/2 oz diced tomatoes; 1 tbsp chopped parsley; 1/3 tsp basil; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, fresh; 1 1/2 tbsp splenda or your favorite sweetener; 1 tsp granulated garlic powder; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 lb asparagus; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 lb broccoli; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/3 tsp granulated garlic powder

Servings: persons

2 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 1/3 lb ground beef
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1 tbsp fennel seed
1/3 tsp salt
1/3 cup olive oil, extra virgin
1 tbsp tomato paste
14 1/2 oz tomato sauce
14 1/2 oz diced tomatoes
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1/3 tsp basil
1/4 tsp ground black pepper, fresh
1 1/2 tbsp splenda or your favorite sweetener
1 tsp granulated garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 lb asparagus
1/4 tsp salt
1 lb broccoli
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 tsp granulated garlic powder

1
Add salt, egg, and parmesan cheese, to the beef.
2
Separate the beef into, two equal parts.
3
Add fennel seed to one half.
4
Form the separate beefs into meatballs.
5
I made the fennel seeded ones smaller then the counterparts.
6
Heat oil.
7
Fry the meatballs covered till done turning every so often.
8
A lot of juices will form this is most excellent.
9
When done retain the juice, remove the meatballs and set aside.
10
Cut the woody ends off the asparagus.
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Then cut in half.
12
add to the juices.
13
Season with salt.
14
Simmer in juices till done.
15
About 7-8 minutes.
16
In another pot add tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt, garlic, parsley, basil, black pepper, and sweetener.
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Simmer 7-8 minutes.
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Add meatballs and asparagus.
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Continue to simmer.
20
When asparagus is done retain juices.
21
To the juices add broccoli, salt, and garlic.
22
Cover and simmer till tender.
23
Add the parmesan and cheddar cheese to the sauce.
24
Simmer 2 minutes covered remove from heat still covered.
25
Let sit 5 minutes.
26
Serve I hope you enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 1/3 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Asparagus, Tomatoes, with Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Asparagus, Tomatoes, with Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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