Spicy Tomato Meatballs Spicy Tomato Meatballs

Spicy Tomato Meatballs 150 Image by: Spicy Tomato Meatballs 150 Author: Canadian Living

Italian flavours team up in this easy make-ahead appetizer.

  • Portion size 14 servings

Ingredients

Spicy Tomato Sauce:

Method

In large bowl, combine eggs, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, Parmesan, oregano, salt and pepper; mix in pork and beef. Shape by 1 tbsp (15 mL) into balls. Bake on foil-lined baking sheets in 400°F (200°C) oven until digital thermometer inserted into several registers 160°F (71°C), about 15 minutes.

Spicy Tomato Sauce: Meanwhile, in large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic, basil, oregano, hot pepper flakes, sugar, salt and pepper until softened, about 3 minutes. Add tomato paste; cook, stirring, until darkened, about 1 minute.

Add tomatoes and bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 12 minutes. Stir in parsley and vinegar. Add meatballs, turning to coat. Simmer, stirring gently, until hot, about 10 minutes. (Make-ahead: Let cool. Freeze in airtight container for up to 3 weeks; thaw in refrigerator.)
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