Zesty Meatballs Recipe

Name: Zesty Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 garlic cloves (minced, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder); 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1 lb ground beef; 1 lb ground turkey; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Servings: persons

1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves (minced, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1
In a large bowl, beat egg with salt, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Add chopped onion, beef, turkey, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and brown in a large skillet. Drain meatballs and transfer to a 5-quart Crock-Pot.
2
In the same bowl, mix tomato sauce and wine; pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on Low for 5 1/2 to 6 hours.
3
To serve as sandwiches: Place 3 to 4 meatballs on 6-8 split rolls; top with sauce from Crock-Pot. If desired add shredded mozzarella cheese, red and yellow pepper strips, sliced onions, or olives.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Zesty 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.

Zesty Meatballs

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