Description
Delicious gluten-free meatballs that are juicy and flavorful. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or as a party appetizer.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, gluten-free breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Cook the Meatballs: In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Simmer: Return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning some sauce over them. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan, if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can mix ground pork or ground veal with the ground beef.
- These meatballs freeze well. Simply cool them completely before freezing in an airtight container.
