Saucy Sausage Meatballs Mother’s Day Special Recipe

Saucy sausage meatballs are a delightful culinary creation that tantalizes the taste buds with their savory, succulent goodness. These bite-sized spheres of flavor are crafted from a blend of seasoned ground sausage meat, breadcrumbs, and aromatic herbs. They are then lovingly rolled into perfect orbs and gently simmered in a luscious tomato-based sauce. The sauce, often infused with garlic, onions, and Italian spices, coats each meatball, infusing them with a rich, hearty essence.

The combination of tender meatballs and the tangy, robust sauce is a match made in gastronomic heaven. Served atop a bed of al dente pasta or nestled into a crusty Italian roll, saucy sausage meatballs are a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that embodies the essence of home-cooked comfort food. Whether shared at family gatherings or enjoyed as a weeknight indulgence, these meatballs are a testament to the timeless appeal of simple, hearty, and utterly delicious cuisine.

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Saucy Sausage Meatballs Mother’s Day Special Recipe

Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: MainCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

352

kcal

These are the Italian-style, red sauce meatballs of our dreams, thanks to grated provolone and Parmesan and a 50/50 mixture of beef and sausage. Cinnamon and orange zest simmered with the tomato sauce add a surprising layer of flavor to the dish.

Ingredients

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tsp. balsamic vinegar

• Kosher salt and pepper

• 1/3 c. panko

• 4 large cloves garlic, grated

• 1/2 c. flat-leaf parsley, chopped

• 2 oz. provolone, finely grated (about 1/2 c.)

• 1/4 c. grated Parmesan

• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano

• 1/2 lb. ground beef (85% lean)

• 1/2 lb. Italian sausage, casings removed

• 1 c. tomato sauce

• 1 strip orange zest

• 1 small cinnamon stick

Directions

• Heat broiler. Line a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil.
• In large bowl, whisk together eggs, vinegar, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Stir in panko and let sit 1 minute. Stir in garlic, then parsley, cheeses, and oregano. Add beef and sausage and gently mix to combine.
• Shape the meat mixture into 20 balls (each about 1 1/2 inches) and place on the prepared sheet. Broil until cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine tomato sauce, orange zest, and cinnamon stick; simmer for 5 minutes. Toss the meatballs in the sauce and serve.

Notes

• Air fryer directions: Heat air fryer to 400°F. Arrange meatballs in single layer in air fryer basket (meatballs can touch, but do not stack; cook in batches if necessary) and air-fry until cooked through, 8 minutes.