MEATBALL SHOP CLASSIC MEATBALL
Steps:
- For the Meatballs: Preheat the oven to 450F. Drizzle the olive oil into a 913-inch baking dish and use your hand to evenly coat the entire surface. Set aside. Combine the ground beef, ricotta, eggs, bread crumbs, parsley, oregano, salt, red pepper flakes, and fennel in a large mixing bowl and mix by hand until thoroughly incorporated. Roll the mixture into round, golf ball-size meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches), making sure to pack the meat firmly. Place the balls in the prepared baking dish, being careful to line them up snugly and in even rows vertically and horizontally to form a grid. The meatballs should be touching one another. Roast for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are firm and cooked through. A meat thermometer inserted into the center of a meatball should read 165F. While the meatballs are roasting, heat the tomato sauce in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring often. When the meatballs are firm and fully cooked, remove them from the oven and drain the excess grease from the pan. Pour the tomato sauce over them. Return the meatballs to the oven and continue roasting for another 15 minutes. For the Classic Tomato Sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, bay leaf, oregano, garlic, and salt and cook, stirring often, until the onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the tomato paste and continue cooking for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and stir constantly until the sauce begins to boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring every 5 minutes or so to prevent the sauce on the bottom of the pot from burning. Taste and season with additional salt, if desired. Remove the bay leaf before serving. - See more at: http://www.rachaelrayshow.com/recipe/13553_The_Meatball_Shop_s_Classic_Beef_Meatballs/#sthash.ZevcX4t8.dpuf
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Usha Belbase
[email protected]I've made these meatballs several times, and they're always a hit. They're the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Kim Sha
[email protected]These meatballs are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious, you'll forget all about the time you spent making them.
MS MEDIA
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these ones are an exception. They're so flavorful and juicy, I could eat them every day.
Jose Molina
[email protected]These meatballs are so versatile. I've served them with spaghetti, mashed potatoes, and even rice. They're always a hit.
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[email protected]I love that this recipe uses ground turkey instead of beef. It's a healthier option, and the meatballs are still just as delicious.
Tirjok Samrat
[email protected]These meatballs are perfect for a party or potluck. They're always a crowd-pleaser.
Aleksandar Kornić
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making meatballs in the oven, but I'm so glad I tried it. They were so much better than the ones I've made in the past.
Lukley Lukes
[email protected]These meatballs are so easy to make, and they always turn out delicious. I love that I can throw them in the oven and forget about them until they're done.
Zahid Iqbal353535
[email protected]I've tried many meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices and herbs is perfect, and the meatballs are always cooked to perfection.
Jeffrey Podhora
[email protected]These meatballs were a hit with my family! They were so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making them again soon.