Beef Meatballs with Marinara Sauce

Ingredients

• •1 lb ground beef
• •1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• •1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• •1 large egg
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tsp salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •1 tsp Italian seasoning
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •2 cups marinara sauce
• •8 oz gluten-free pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
• •Fresh basil leaves for garnishing (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, gluten-free breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches. Cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

4. 4

   Once the meatballs are browned, pour the marinara sauce over them in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and let them simmer in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, cook the gluten-free pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside when done.

6. 6

   Once the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbling, serve them over the gluten-free pasta.

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and enjoy your savory beef meatballs with marinara sauce.