Homemade Meatballs with Tomato Sauce

Homemade Meatballs

Step 1: Grind the Meat [00:11]

Combine the 80% meat and 20% fat in a meat grinder to create the mince.

Step 2: Prepare the Meatball Base [00:16]

In a bowl, mix the ground meat by hand.

Step 3: Add Aromatics and Flavorings [00:23]

• Grate 1 onion, squeeze out the excess liquid using a cloth, and add the pulp to the meat bowl.
• Grate 1 potato into the bowl.
• Grate in some fresh Parmesan cheese.
• Add a drizzle of olive oil, salt, pepper, dried herbs, a squeeze of honey, and breadcrumbs.
• Mix everything together.

Step 4: Shape the Meatballs [00:39]

Form the mixture into small, even-sized balls and place them on a tray.

Step 5: Prepare the Sauce [00:41]

• Empty the can of tomato sauce into a large bowl and use an immersion blender to ensure a smooth consistency.
• Pour the sauce into a pan, add cooking wine and additional dried herbs, and stir.

Step 6: Cook the Meatballs [00:48]

Add the shaped meatballs into the simmering sauce in the pan, stirring carefully, and cook until they are ready.

Step 7: Serve [00:53]

Serve the meatballs over cooked pasta and garnish with more grated Parmesan cheese and a dash of pepper.