Meatballs in Red Sauce Recipe

Name: Meatballs in Red Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large slices white bread, crusts trimmed, torn into pieces; 1/2 cup milk; 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef; 1 1/2 pounds ground pork; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons pepper; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 26-ounce jars prepared tomato pasta sauce (about 6 1/2 cups); 3 cups water

Servings: persons

2 large slices white bread, crusts trimmed, torn into pieces
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 1/2 pounds ground pork
2 large eggs
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 26-ounce jars prepared tomato pasta sauce (about 6 1/2 cups)
3 cups water

1
Combine bread and milk in small bowl.
2
Let soak 10 minutes.
3
Squeeze bread to release excess milk; discard milk.
4
Place beef, pork and next 6 ingredients in large bowl.
5
Add soaked bread and mix thoroughly.
6
Using moistened hands, shape mixture into meatballs, using about 1/3 cup for each.
7
Heat oil in heavy large pot over high heat.
8
Working in batches, add meatballs to pot and brown on all sides, turning often, about 6 minutes per batch.
9
Transfer cooked meatballs to bowl.
10
Pour off all but 4 tablespoons fat from pot.
11
Add pasta sauce, water and meatballs.
12
Simmer over medium heat until meatballs are tender and sauce thickens to desired consistency, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.

1188

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Protein

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large slices white bread, crusts trimmed, torn into pieces, 1/2 cup milk, 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef, 1 1/2 pounds ground pork, and more.

Yes, Meatballs in Red 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.

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Meatballs in Red Sauce

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