Meatballs with Italian Style Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Meatballs with Italian Style Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 can of peeled tomatoes, chopped; 2 carrots, finely chopped; 1 head onion, finely chopped; 5 clove garlic, cut in halfs; 1/2 tsp basil; 1/2 tsp oregano; 2 bay leaf; 10 black pepper grains; 1/4 tsp spearmint; 1 pinch sugar; 400 grams ground beef; 1 egg; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 head onion; 5 tbsp bread crumbs

Servings: persons

2 can of peeled tomatoes, chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
1 head onion, finely chopped
5 clove garlic, cut in halfs
1/2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp oregano
2 bay leaf
10 black pepper grains
1/4 tsp spearmint
1 pinch sugar
400 grams ground beef
1 egg
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 head onion
5 tbsp bread crumbs

1
Mix the ingredients for the meatballs and prepare them medium sized.
2
Fry them in vegetable oil.
3
Fry the carrots, onions and garlic for a little bit.
4
Be careful not to burn the garlic!
5
Add the tomatoes.
6
10 minutes later add the spices without the sugar.
7
When it thickens, drop the meatballs in the tomatoes and let them boil for about 5-7 minutes.
8
Add the sugar.
9
Try the sauce, if it is too sour, add some more sugar.
10
Remove from the heat.

650

kcal

Calories

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 can of peeled tomatoes, chopped, 2 carrots, finely chopped, 1 head onion, finely chopped, 5 clove garlic, cut in halfs, and more.

Yes, Meatballs with Italian Style Tomato 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!

Meatballs with Italian Style Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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