These special meatballs are a comforting classic, featuring tender ground beef blended with bread crumbs and egg for a perfect texture. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce with sautéed celery, onions, and green peppers, every bite bursts with savory flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners, they pair beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Simple ingredients come together to create a hearty, protein-packed meal that warms the soul.
Special Meat Balls
Description
These special meatballs are a comforting classic, featuring tender ground beef blended with bread crumbs and egg for a perfect texture. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce with saut&# 195;©ed celery, onions, and green peppers, every bite bursts with savory flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners, they pair beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Simple ingredients come together to create a hearty, protein-packed meal that warms the soul.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, beat the egg and mix in the water, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Add the ground beef and bread crumbs to the egg mixture and mix until just combined.
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Shape the mixture into small balls, approximately 18 to 20 meatballs.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides.
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Remove the browned meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté the chopped celery, green pepper, and onion until tender but not browned.
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Pour in the tomato sauce and stir to combine with the vegetables.
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Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 471.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.0g31%
- Saturated Fat 7.5g38%
- Cholesterol 135.2mg46%
- Sodium 10127.6mg422%
- Total Carbohydrate 34.2g12%
- Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
- Sugars 0.4g
- Protein 36.4g73%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of dried oregano or basil to the tomato sauce.
These meatballs can be served over spaghetti, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
