Veal Meatballs with Tomato and Oregano Sauce
Ingredients:
- 500g ground veal
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh oregano leaves for garnish
Preparation Steps:
1. In a large bowl, combine the ground veal, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
2. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the meatballs. Cook until browned on all sides.
4. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
6. Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let them cook in the sauce for 15 minutes.
7. Serve the meatballs in the tomato sauce, garnished with fresh oregano leaves.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins
Calories: 250 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
Suggested Pairings: Serve with spaghetti or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
#vealmeatballs #italiancuisine #comfortfood
Veal Meatballs with Tomato and Oregano Sauce 🍝🍅🌿
Ingredients:
- 500g ground veal
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh oregano leaves for garnish
Preparation Steps:
1. In a large bowl, combine the ground veal, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
2. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the meatballs. Cook until browned on all sides.
4. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
6. Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let them cook in the sauce for 15 minutes.
7. Serve the meatballs in the tomato sauce, garnished with fresh oregano leaves.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins
Calories: 250 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
Suggested Pairings: Serve with spaghetti or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
#vealmeatballs #italiancuisine #comfortfood