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ONE PAN MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE. Easy Keto Family Dinner Recipe.

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One Pan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, meatballs in tomato sauce are a staple of Italian-American cuisine, often served with pasta or as a sub sandwich. This comforting dish embodies the essence of home cooking, where family recipes are passed down through generations. Today, variations exist globally, with different meats and spices reflecting local tastes, but the classic combination remains beloved.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 can (400 grams) chopped tomatoes
1.5 pounds (600 grams) ground pork
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dry onions
pinch of black pepper
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese (30 grams)
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
fresh basil

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner while ground pork is often less expensive.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while provolone offers a similar melt.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while crushed tomatoes are often cheaper.

1

Add 1 can (400 grams) of chopped tomatoes to a baking form.

2

Take 1.5 pounds (600 grams) of ground pork and form meatballs.

3

Place the meatballs on the baking form.

4

Season the meatballs with 1 teaspoon of salt.

5

Add 2 teaspoons of dry onions to the meatballs.

6

Sprinkle a pinch of black pepper over the meatballs.

7

Add 3 tablespoons of parmesan cheese (30 grams) on top of the meatballs.

8

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30 ml) over the meatballs.

9

Bake in the oven for 30 minutes at 200°C (392°F).

10

Add fresh basil for flavor.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningsimmeringbaking

Equipment Needed

baking form

Spice Level:

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Dietary

keto

Allergens

dairyegg

Also Known As

Meatballs in MarinaraItalian Meatballs
Local Name: Polpette al sugo in padella

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