Description
Meatball Nirvana is the ultimate comfort food experience — juicy, flavorful meatballs simmered in a perfectly seasoned, rich tomato sauce. Inspired by classic Italian-American flavors, this recipe delivers bold taste and melt-in-your-mouth texture that lives up to its name. Serve over spaghetti, rice, or even stuffed into a hoagie roll for the ultimate meatball sub.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 egg
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tbsp dried)
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 (24 oz) jar or 3 cups marinara or pasta sauce
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
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Form into 12–15 meatballs using your hands or a scoop.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides, about 6–8 minutes total.
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Reduce heat to low and pour marinara sauce over the meatballs. Add oregano and red pepper flakes if using.
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Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are cooked through.
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Serve hot over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or as a sandwich filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes