How to Cook Contadina Baked Meatballs In Tomato Herb Sauce in 5 Minutes

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Contadina baked meatballs in tomato herb sauce –Get ready to toss your apron in the air because we’re diving into a culinary adventure with these scrumptious meatballs in tomato sauce! Whether you need a dinner that’s faster than a speeding bullet (or at least faster than your kids can complain) or a tasty dish that won’t leave you feeling like a bloated balloon, this recipe has got your back! Buckle up, and let’s get cooking!

Behold the Deliciousness!

Take a moment to admire these heavenly meatballs, perfect for your next family feast or solo snack fest! They’re a blend of flavors that will make your taste buds sing and dance like nobody’s watching. Feast your eyes:

Delicious meatballs in tomato sauce

Ingredients

Now, before we break out the chef hats, make sure you’ve stocked up on these delightful ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef (or turkey, whatever floats your meatball boat)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably without the mystery ingredients)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (because cheese makes everything better)
  • 1 large egg (the glue that holds it all together)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (to keep the vampires away)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (a sprinkle of the Italian countryside)
  • 1 jar marinara sauce (look for one that makes your heart skip a beat)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (the old faithful seasoning duo!)

Instructions

Ready to get your meatball magic on? Let’s do this!

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (that’s 200°C for our metric friends).
  2. In a big, mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hearty pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Mix it all up! Get in there, channel your inner fist of fury and mix until every ingredient is best buddies.
  4. Shape the mixture into meatballs about the size of golf balls (but don’t go breaking any windows with your throws!).
  5. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (clean-up made easy!) and pop them in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until they are golden brown.
  6. While the meatballs are busy sizzling away, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
  7. Once the meatballs are done, gently add them into the sauce and let them soak up that tasty goodness for about 5 minutes.
  8. Serve them up on a plate, and don’t forget the extra sauce! Spoiler alert: you might want a side of crusty bread to soak it all up.

Dig in, enjoy, and remember—calories don’t count when you’re having this much fun! Bon appétit!