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Rustic Meatballs with Vegetable Medley

A heartwarming dish featuring savory meatballs and vibrant vegetables, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef or pork Feel free to use turkey for a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Helps to bind the meatballs together.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds delicious depth of flavor.
  • 1 large egg Another binding agent.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds a wonderful aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Adds authentic Italian touch.
  • to taste salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.

For the vegetable medley

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables Use bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots for sweetness.
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce Essential for cooking the meatballs.
  • to taste olive oil For cooking and adding flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by heating a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together well.
  • Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.

Cooking

  • Carefully place the meatballs in the hot skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally to brown evenly.
  • Once browned, remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add mixed vegetables and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
  • Pour the tomato sauce into the skillet with the vegetables and stir well to combine.
  • Nestle the meatballs into the sauce, spooning some sauce over the top.
  • Cover the skillet and let everything simmer together for about 20-25 minutes.

Serving

  • Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For perfect results, preheat the skillet properly and consider adding crushed red pepper flakes for heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g
Keyword Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Meatballs, Rustic Recipe, Vegetable Medley
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