Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds 96% lean ground beef
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • 1 cup italian bread crumbs
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons flat leaf parsley finely chopped
  • 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil (for searing the meatballs)
  • 8 cups homemade spaghetti sauce (or 2 jars of your favorite marinara sauce).

Instructions:

  • In a large bowl add all ingredients (except olive oil and marinara sauce) and combine with your hands until everything is mixed through. Shape into 1 inch meatballs.
  • Heat a large pot or skillet over medium high heat.
  • Sear meatballs in two batches using 1 tablespoon of olive oil each time. Turn the meatballs about 3 times and cook them 2 minutes per side.
  • Remove from heat and set aside on a plate. Repeat this process until all meatballs are cooked.
  • On the same pot or skillet, add the marinara sauce and deglaze until all of the brown bits from the meat blend into the sauce.
  • Return the meatballs to the pot and cook for an additional 30 to 45 minutes until soft.
  • Serve warm over spaghetti or over your favorite grilled veggie.
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