Best 8 Simple Saucy Meatballs Recipes

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Meatballs are a delicious and easy weeknight meal. They can be made ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen, making them a great option for busy families. There are endless variations of meatballs, but this recipe will teach you how to make a simple, saucy meatball that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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SAUCY MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Saucy Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by susan

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground chuck
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2/3 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1/2 cup milk
1 beaten egg
1 tablespoon flour
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/3-1/2 cup Heinz 57 steak sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
hot buttered noodles

Steps:

  • Combine meat, Parmesan, bread rumbs, milk, and egg.
  • Make into about 20 meatballs, using a rounded tablespoon for each.
  • Brown and drain.
  • Sprinkle with flour.
  • Stir gently to coat meatballs.
  • Combine tomatoes, Heinz 57, sugar, and salt.
  • Pour over meatballs.
  • Simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Serve over noodles, rice, or pasta of your choice.

SAUCY MEATBALLS



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Mini meatballs in a sweet, tangy sauce are definitely family friendly. They're a hit as an appetizer or for supper. Try them served over noodles. -Trish Berg, Dalton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
1 bottle (14 ounces) ketchup
1 jar (12 ounces) grape jelly
1 medium onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., In a large saucepan, combine the ketchup, jelly and onion. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until jelly is melted. Pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes longer or until sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 951mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SIMPLE SAUCY MEATBALLS



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Okay, you can't get any easier than this for a quick dinner, this is ready in no time & was a winner with both hubby & toddler DD. From recipes+.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Meat

Time 12m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

18 prepared meatballs, I usually use frozen
420 g condensed tomato soup
1/4 cup sour cream
chopped parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat meatballs as directed on pkt.
  • Place soup & sour cream in a pan and whisk to combine, add meatballs and cook over a moderate heat until meatballs are heated through.
  • Sprinkle with parsley to serve.

NONNA'S SAUCE AND MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 11h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound ground pork
1 pound ground beef
4 cloves garlic, chopped fine
7 eggs
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon dried parsley
The Saucee Sicilian Meat Sauce, recipe follows
1 beef short rib (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
1 small yellow onion, chopped
One 8-ounce can tomato paste
One 8-ounce can tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Mix pork and beef in a bowl with your hands, then add garlic. Beat eggs and add to mixture. Add breadcrumbs, cheese and parsley and mix well. Scoop into meatballs and bake on a baking sheet for 30 minutes.
  • Simmer meatballs in Meat Sauce for 2 hours.
  • Brown beef short rib in olive oil in a saucepan on all sides until browned, about 2 minutes each side. Add garlic and onions and brown over low heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste plus 1 paste can water, then the tomato sauce plus 1 sauce can water, and stir until blended. Add pepper flakes, sugar, salt, pepper and bay leaf and bring to bubbling. Turn temperature to low and simmer, covered, for 8 hours. Remove beef short rib and bay leaf before serving.

EASY MEATBALLS



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My husband makes these easy meatballs with simple ingredients like eggs, panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, and fresh basil, and they come out flavorful and delicious every time! Kids love them too! If desired, add the cooked meatballs to your favorite sauce until submerged (this brings out the moistness).

Provided by Love2Cook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds ground beef
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix eggs, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder together in a large bowl. Add beef and panko bread crumbs and mix thoroughly.
  • Shape mixture into about forty 1 1/2-inch balls, a little smaller than golf balls, using a teaspoon. Place on ungreased, rimmed baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers, turning halfway through cooking time, 10 to 15 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 117.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 406.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SLOW-COOKER SAUCY MEATBALLS



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Discover your new go-to recipe with these Slow-Cooker Saucy Meatballs. Simmer these Slow-Cooker Saucy Meatballs in the slow-cooker for amazing flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Pasta

Time 6h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Turkey
1/2 cup water
1 egg, beaten
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 green peppers, cut into strips
4 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1 lb. spaghetti, uncooked
1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Mix first 4 ingredients just until blended; shape into 1-inch balls. Place in slow cooker; top with vegetables and pasta sauce. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 3 to 4 hours).
  • Cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Drain spaghetti. Serve topped with meatballs, sauce and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 540 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 23 g

SWEET 'N' SAUCY MEATBALLS



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I got the recipe for these meatballs from one of my husband's parishioners, and I have modified it over the years. I usually double it to accommodate our big family of eight.-Kim Brandt, Lovell, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/4 cups ketchup
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine egg and oats. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , Place in a lightly greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine water, ketchup and sugar; pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

THE BEST SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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An easy, delicious recipe made with ingredients you always have around the house! A definite winner! Wonderful served with rice!

Provided by KIMMY D

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 egg
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
1 onion, diced
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups water
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs and onion. Mix thoroughly and shape into golf ball-sized balls.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, gently brown the meatballs and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, flour, water, white vinegar and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly. Add meatballs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Cholesterol 122.4 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 815 mg, Sugar 55.4 g

Tips for Making the Best Saucy Meatballs:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and pork: This will give the meatballs a more flavorful and juicy texture.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Use a large skillet to cook the meatballs: This will help to prevent overcrowding and ensure that the meatballs cook evenly.
  • Brown the meatballs well before adding the sauce: This will help to seal in the flavor and prevent the meatballs from falling apart.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really make the meatballs shine, so be sure to choose a sauce that you love.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and the meatballs to become tender.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta are all great options.

Conclusion:

Saucy meatballs are a classic dish that is loved by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be served with a variety of sides. By following the tips in this article, you can make the best saucy meatballs that your family and friends will love. These meatballs are also a great way to use up leftover meat. If you have some cooked ground beef or pork, you can simply add it to the meatball mixture. You can also use a variety of different sauces to make these meatballs. If you like spicy food, you can use a spicy tomato sauce. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can use a simple marinara sauce. No matter what sauce you choose, these meatballs are sure to be a hit.

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