Meatballs Marinara Recipe

Name: Meatballs Marinara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: -Meatballs-; 3lb. ground chuck; 1lb. ground Italian sausage; 1/2 cup olive oil; ~2 cups Italian bread crumbs; 1 tsp. black pepper; 1 tbsp. oregano; 1 tbsp. basil; 2 tbsp. parsley; 1 medium onion - small dice; 1/8-1/4 cup minced garlic; -Marinara Sauce-; 2 (28 oz.) cans crushed tomatoes; 1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 medium onion - small dice; 1/4 cup minced garlic; 2 tbsp. Parmesan or Romano cheese; 1 tsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. sea salt; 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. basil; 1/4 tsp. garlic salt; 2 bay leaves

Servings: persons

-Meatballs-
3lb. ground chuck
1lb. ground Italian sausage
1/2 cup olive oil
~2 cups Italian bread crumbs
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. oregano
1 tbsp. basil
2 tbsp. parsley
1 medium onion - small dice
1/8-1/4 cup minced garlic
-Marinara Sauce-
2 (28 oz.) cans crushed tomatoes
1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste
1/2 cup olive oil
1 medium onion - small dice
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 tbsp. Parmesan or Romano cheese
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
2 bay leaves

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-Meatballs-
2
Heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add onions and garlic. Saute approximately 10 minutes, or until translucent. In a large mixing bowl, add in all ingredients (including onions & garlic) and mix thoroughly.
3
Scoop out and form into approximately 1-inch balls and place on a lightly greased cooking sheet. Bake @ 400 degrees for 5-7 minutes. Remove meatballs, flip over, and return to oven for another 5-7 minutes or until internal temperature is 160 degrees.
4
Add to marinara sauce in slow cooker or freeze for later use.
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-Marinara Sauce-
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Heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add onions and garlic. Saute approximately 10 minutes or until translucent. Transfer onions and garlic to a sauce pot or slow cooker and add all other ingredients. Cook over low heat for approximately 1 hour and remove bay leaves. Add in meatballs and cook over low for about an hour or as needed.

640

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: -Meatballs-, 3lb. ground chuck, 1lb. ground Italian sausage, 1/2 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Meatballs Marinara 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 Marinara

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Variations & substitutions

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