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bobby flay meatball recipe

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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Instructions

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Step 1

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 1-2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook further for 30-40 seconds or until fragrant. Set aside.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 410°F (210° C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3

Combine half of the onion/garlic mixture,  ground meats, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, egg, cheese, Italian breadcrumbs, milk ( or beef stock) and basil. Mix with your hands just until combined.  Don't over mix or meatballs will be tough.

Step 4

Roll heaped tablespoons of the meat mixture into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Generously spray the meatballs with cooking oil spray. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until cooked through. For crispy meatballs, broil them in the last 2 minutes.

Step 5

Meanwhile, make the sauce.

Step 6

Heat the same skillet with the remaining onion/garlic  mixture oven medium heat.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, crashed tomatoes,  red chili flakes, tomato paste,  Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and sugar. Mix and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring from time to time.

Step 8

Adjust salt and pepper to you liking.

Step 9

Place the baked meatballs into the the sauce, mix to coat evenly and allow to cook for 2 minutes in the sauce.

Step 10

Serve over spaghetti or pasta of your choice.  Garnish with basil leaves  and Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!