Meatballs In Tomato Sauce

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Recipe by: Ardmona
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Meatballs In Tomato Sauce

Ingredients:

500g beef mince (or use a mixture of beef and pork)

1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

1 cup fresh breadcrumbs

1 egg, lightly beaten

2 tbs olive oil

1 small brown onion, finely diced

1 tbs tomato paste

2 x 400g cans Ardmona Rich & Thick Basil & Garlic Tomatoes

1 tsp sugar

Method:

Combine mince, parsley, breadcrumbs and egg in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until ingredients are well combined. Using a tablespoon of mixture per meatball, form into small meatballs. Place in a single layer on a tray lined with baking paper, cover and chill for 20 minutes
Heat 1 tbs oil in a large heavy based frying pan. Cook meatballs, in batches, until evenly browned. Remove and set aside
Heat remaining 1 tbs oil in the pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, for 4-5 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, sugar and 1/2 cup water and stir to combine. Cover and bring to the boil. Add meatballs and their cooking juices. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until at desired consistency

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