Saucy Sausage Meatballs

Name: Saucy Sausage Meatballs
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
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

The hint of cinnamon makes these something special.

By Tina MartinezPublished: Jan 13, 2023

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Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

20 mins

Cal/Serv:

352

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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.

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Ingredients

2
large eggs
2 tsp.
balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt and pepper
1/3 cup
panko
4
large cloves garlic, grated
1/2 cup
flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 oz.
provolone, finely grated (about 1/2 c.)
1/4 cup
grated Parmesan
1/2 tsp.
dried oregano
1/2 lb.
ground beef (85% lean)
1/2 lb.
Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup
tomato sauce
1
strip orange zest
1
small cinnamon stick

Directions

1. Step 1Heat broiler. Line rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil.
2. Step 2In 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.
3. Step 3Shape meat mixture into 20 balls (each about 1 1/2 inches) and place on prepared sheet. Broil until cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes.
4. Step 4Meanwhile, in small saucepan, combine tomato sauce, orange zest, and cinnamon stick; simmer 5 minutes. Toss meatballs in sauce and serve.
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.