Delicious Beef Meatballs

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup beef broth

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 1 hour

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, egg, onion, bell pepper, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs (approximately 24).
4. In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
5. Add the meatballs to the sauce and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per meatball (8)
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful meatballs
• Rich and savory tomato sauce
• Ideal for parties or gatherings

User Comments:

• "These meatballs were absolutely delicious! The flavor was amazing and they were so moist and tender."
• "I love how easy these were to make. They turned out perfect and my guests loved them."
• "The tomato sauce was the highlight of this dish. It was rich and flavorful, and complemented the meatballs perfectly."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use breadcrumbs that are fine and not too coarse.
• To ensure that the meatballs are cooked through, use a meat thermometer and insert it into the center of a meatball. It should read 165°F (74°C).
• If you don't have an oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, you can transfer the meatballs and sauce to a baking dish before baking.