Contadina® Baked Meatballs In Tomato Herb Sauce

Name: Contadina® Baked Meatballs In Tomato Herb Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) can CONTADINA(R) Tomato Paste, divided; 1 egg; 2 teaspoons dried basil, divided; 2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs*; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup golden raisins, coarsely chopped (optional); 1 1/4 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey, 93% lean (not turkey breast); 2 (14.5 ounce) cans CONTADINA(R) Diced Tomatoes, undrained; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Cooked pasta

Servings: persons

1 (6 ounce) can CONTADINA(R) Tomato Paste, divided
1 egg
2 teaspoons dried basil, divided
2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs*
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup golden raisins, coarsely chopped (optional)
1 1/4 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey, 93% lean (not turkey breast)
2 (14.5 ounce) cans CONTADINA(R) Diced Tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Cooked pasta

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil; coat with cooking spray.
2
Combine 1/2 can tomato paste, egg, 1 tsp. each basil and oregano, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in bread crumbs, Parmesan and raisins.
3
Mix in turkey with hands or a large spoon until mixture is combined well. Shape into 16 meatballs, about 1 1/2-inches in diameter. Bake 20 minutes or until browned and cooked through (165 degrees F internal temperature).
4
Meanwhile, stir together remaining tomato paste, diced tomatoes, 1 tsp. each oregano and basil, sugar and salt in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add baked meatballs to sauce and simmer 5 minutes for flavors to blend. Serve meatballs and sauce over pasta with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

357

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 ounce) can CONTADINA(R) Tomato Paste, divided, 1 egg, 2 teaspoons dried basil, divided, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided, and more.

Yes, Contadina® Baked Meatballs In Tomato Herb Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!