Rosy Meatballs

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Rosy Meatballs, a flavorful fusion of tender, juicy meatballs and a creamy tomato sauce. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, these meatballs are perfectly seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and Parmesan cheese, then pan-seared to golden perfection. The magic happens in the skillet with a luscious sauce made from crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and a hint of broth, giving it a rich, velvety texture and its signature rosy hue. Ready in just 50 minutes, this comforting dish serves four and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or a side of crusty bread for soaking up every last drop of sauce. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a cozy family meal, Rosy Meatballs promise to be the centerpiece of your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 0.5 cup breadcrumb
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper, ground
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 tsp sugar
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 2

Shape the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a clean plate or tray.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken or vegetable broth, and sugar. Stir well to combine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.

Step 5

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then return the meatballs to the skillet. Spoon some sauce over the meatballs to coat them.

Step 6

Cover the skillet and let the meatballs cook in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and the sauce is slightly thickened.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Garnish the meatballs with chopped parsley and serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1288.8 grams (1288.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2897

Total Fat 223.50g	287%
Saturated Fat 90.80g	454%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 874mg	291%
Sodium 4512mg	196%
Total Carbohydrate 54.30g	20%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 15.30g
Protein 160.30g	321%

Vitamin D 50IU	251%
Calcium 515mg	40%
Iron 16mg	86%
Potassium 1768mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.1%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 7.6%