CONTADINA® BAKED MEATBALLS IN TOMATO HERB SAUCE

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Served on hot cooked pasta with Parmesan cheese, homemade baked meatballs in a rich tomato sauce make a delicious family-favorite dinner.

Provided by Contadina

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Contadina®

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (6 ounce) can CONTADINA® Tomato Paste, divided
1 egg
2 teaspoons dried basil, divided
2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups fresh bread crumbs*
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup golden raisins, coarsely chopped
1 ¼ pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey, 93% lean (not turkey breast)
2 (14.5 ounce) cans CONTADINA® Diced Tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
Cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil; coat with cooking spray.
  • Combine 1/2 can tomato paste, egg, 1 tsp. each basil and oregano, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in bread crumbs, Parmesan and raisins.
  • Mix in turkey with hands or a large spoon until mixture is combined well. Shape into 16 meatballs, about 1 1/2-inches in diameter. Bake 20 minutes or until browned and cooked through (165 degrees F internal temperature).
  • Meanwhile, stir together remaining tomato paste, diced tomatoes, 1 tsp. each oregano and basil, sugar and salt in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add baked meatballs to sauce and simmer 5 minutes for flavors to blend. Serve meatballs and sauce over pasta with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.8 calories, Carbohydrate 85.5 g, Cholesterol 107.8 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 727.9 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

Khan Mahadi Hasan
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These meatballs are a family favorite. We make them at least once a month.


Sitaaa Limbuu
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make meatballs for spaghetti and meatballs, meatball sandwiches, and even meatball soup.


Js Ks
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These meatballs were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They were so flavorful and juicy.


Heemu Xettry
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were actually really good. I'll definitely be making them again.


Emiliya Hargate
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These meatballs are always a crowd-pleaser. I make them for every party I host.


Waliu Ogirima
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The sauce was a little too tangy for me, but the meatballs were delicious.


Eyad.m
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making these again.


Captain Khan
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These meatballs are the best I've ever had. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kakorri
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I've been making this recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's my go-to dish when I need something easy and delicious.


djdidiruziriuuudKursat Saganak
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Neha Grg
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The meatballs were a little dry for my taste, but the sauce was delicious.


Nurhasan miyan
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make these meatballs without any trouble.


Coronet Tv
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These meatballs were a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible, and the sauce was so flavorful.