Beef Meatballs with Marinara

Ingredients

• •1 lb ground beef
• •1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• •1/4 cup chopped parsley
• •1 large egg
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tsp salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •1/2 tsp onion powder
• •1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •24 oz marinara sauce
• •1/2 cup water
• •1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• •Fresh basil for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, onion powder, and dried Italian herbs.

2. 2

   Mix until all ingredients are well combined. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside. In the same skillet, add marinara sauce and water. Stir to combine.

5. 5

   Add the meatballs back into the skillet. Simmer in the sauce for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

6. 6

   If desired, add red pepper flakes for extra heat during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

7. 7

   Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.