Kielbasa and Meatballs with Basil Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Kielbasa and Meatballs with Basil Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large red onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and sliced; 1 green bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and sliced; 1 (29 to 32-ounce) can chopped plum tomatoes in puree; 1 bunch fresh basil, thoroughly rinsed, leaves stripped from stems and cut chiffonade, and stems bundled with kitchen twine; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil; 1 pound smoked kielbasa; 1 cup fresh bread crumbs; 1/4 cup milk; 1 white onion, diced; 2 eggs; 1 tablespoon finely diced fresh parsley leaves; 1 pound ground beef; 1 dozen Italian style rolls, sliced

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and sliced
1 green bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and sliced
1 (29 to 32-ounce) can chopped plum tomatoes in puree
1 bunch fresh basil, thoroughly rinsed, leaves stripped from stems and cut chiffonade, and stems bundled with kitchen twine
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
1 pound smoked kielbasa
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 white onion, diced
2 eggs
1 tablespoon finely diced fresh parsley leaves
1 pound ground beef
1 dozen Italian style rolls, sliced

1
Heat olive oil in a saucepan and saute onion and garlic until translucent, being careful not to burn.
2
Stir in sliced peppers and gently cook until softened.
3
Stir in tomatoes, fresh basil leaves bundled basil stems, season with salt and pepper and let cook gently to let flavors integrate.
4
For the kielbasa:
5
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
6
While the sauce is cooking, heat the oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
7
Cook kielbasa until they begin to brown being careful to keep heat at medium so they don't split.
8
Transfer to a large baking dish with a slotted spoon, reserving the drippings in the skillet to sear the meatballs.
9
For the meatballs:
10
While the kielbasa are cooking, mix breadcrumbs, milk, onions, eggs, and parsley in a mixing bowl.
11
Add ground beef and mix thoroughly.
12
Form into small meatballs and sear in the pan in which the kielbasa were cooked.
13
Transfer with a slotted spoon to the baking dish with the kielbasa.
14
Pour the sauce over the kielbasa and meatballs, and cover with a lid or foil, and finish in the oven for about 20 minutes.
15
Serve as sandwiches with Italian rolls.

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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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large red onion, diced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and sliced, and more.

Yes, Kielbasa and Meatballs with Basil Tomatoes 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!

Kielbasa and Meatballs with Basil Tomatoes

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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