Classic Italian Spicy Meatballs | May 30, 2025

Prep Time
15 Minutes

Cook Time
20 Minutes

Total Time
35 Minutes

By: Fati Zaho
Category: Main Dishes
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Yield: 2 Servings (10–12 meatballs)
Dietary: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ For Meatballs

6 oz ground beef

6 oz spicy ground Italian sausage

1 egg

1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 slice white bread, crusts removed and shredded

1/3 cup Italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons Italian parsley, finely chopped

1.5 tablespoons olive oil

→ Meatball Seasonings

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For Sauce

1/2 can pasta sauce

1/4 teaspoon basil

1/4 teaspoon oregano

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Pinch dried mint

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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