Juicy Italian Meatballs Recipe

Name: Juicy Italian Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7/8 pound ground beef; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin; 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 slice white bread; 1 egg; salt; ground black pepper; flour; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 onion; 1 carrot; 1/2 green bell pepper; 6 3/4 cups tomatoes; 1 cup mushrooms; sugar

Servings: persons

7/8 pound ground beef
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 slice white bread
1 egg
salt
ground black pepper
flour
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion
1 carrot
1/2 green bell pepper
6 3/4 cups tomatoes
1 cup mushrooms
sugar

1
In a bowl, add the ground beef, cheese, cumin, oregano, bread, egg, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix well.
2
Form the meatballs using your palms and set aside.
3
Coat the meatballs with a little flour and add them to oil in a skillet. Cook until browned on the outside. Remove from the heat and drain on paper towel.
4
Add the oil to a skillet on high and add the onion, carrot, and bell pepper. Saute for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes.
5
Add the tomatoes and mash with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6
Add a pinch of sugar to taste. Add the meatballs and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve on pasta.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7/8 pound ground beef, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin, 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Juicy Italian 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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Juicy Italian Meatballs

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