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Tuscan-Style Beef Meatballs in Rich Tomato Sauce

Authentic Tuscan Meatballs & Tomato Sauce – Step-by-Step Guide With Ingredients and Cooking Tips
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Rosanna:

Meatballs are a true fall-back food in my family - so much so that I keep a bunch in the freezer all balled up and ready to go. When we feel like we...

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tagAlt.Beef Meatballs with Tuscan Tomato Sauce
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When the temperatures drop and comfort food calls, few dishes deliver as much warmth and flavor as succulent beef meatballs nestled in a vibrant, slow-simmered Tuscan tomato sauce.

Though this classic dish may appear sophisticated, it's surprisingly simple to recreate at home, especially if you opt for prepared meatballs. Across Italy, families each have their own cherished version of these iconic meatballs, a staple of Sunday gatherings and festive tables since the Renaissance. Our chefs have refined their favorite recipe for you, capturing both tradition and taste.

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Ingredients

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Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce ingredients

  • Ground Beef 300 grams
  • Sausages 1
  • Eggs (Yolk Only) 1
  • Potatoes 1
  • Parmesan cheese (Grated) 2 table-spoon
  • Canned tomato 300 grams
  • Garlic Cloves 1
  • Yellow Onion 0.5
  • Parsley (Stem) 1
  • Salt as needed
  • Black Pepper as needed
  • Extra-virgin olive oil as needed

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Preparation

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Prepare and Form the Meatballs

Start by peeling a boiled potato, discarding the skin, and mashing the flesh in a small bowl. Next, remove the casing from your Tuscan sausage so only the savory filling remains.

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, the prepared sausage, mashed potato, an egg yolk, and freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Season the mixture lightly with salt and a touch of freshly ground black pepper for depth.

Work the ingredients together until fully integrated, then shape the mixture into eight evenly sized, generous meatballs. This ensures even cooking and a perfect bite.

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Create Tomato Sauce and Combine

Finely chop half a yellow onion and a clove of garlic. Wash, dry, and mince a handful of fresh parsley.

Warm a deep, medium-sized saucepan over medium-low heat and coat the bottom generously with extra-virgin olive oil. Add the minced garlic, onion, and parsley, allowing them to sizzle gently and release their fragrance.

Pour in high-quality canned tomatoes, season with salt to taste, and carefully nestle your prepared meatballs into the simmering sauce. Let the flavors begin to meld.

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Simmer Meatballs and Serve

Allow the meatballs to cook undisturbed in the tomato sauce for the first 5-6 minutes—this helps them hold their shape. If needed, adjust the heat so they don't stick.

After this initial period, gently turn each meatball with two large spoons. Cover the pan and let everything simmer on low-to-medium heat for 50 minutes to an hour, until the meatballs are tender and the sauce is thick and aromatic.

Plate the meatballs immediately, spooning over plenty of rich tomato sauce. Serve hot for an unforgettable, classic Italian meal.

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Reviews

Rosanna Monday 9th of November 2020

Rich and flavorful

Meatballs are a true fall-back food in my family - so much so that I keep a bunch in the freezer all balled up and ready to go. When we feel like we need a little bit of warm blanket via food, this is the one we always turn to - love the Tuscan sausage in there to kick up the fennel-dish palate. Terrific method!

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