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Ingredients
Sauce
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2 (28 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
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2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
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2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
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4 teaspoons dried oregano
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2 teaspoons dried parsley
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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2 teaspoons white sugar
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½ teaspoon salt
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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¼ cup red wine
Meatballs
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1 ¼ pounds ground meatloaf mix (beef, pork veal)
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1 ½ cups crushed corn flakes cereal
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3 eggs
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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2 tablespoons dried parsley
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1 tablespoon white sugar
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½ teaspoon garlic salt
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½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
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For the sauce, combine the chopped tomatoes, 2 cans tomato paste, tomato sauce, 4 teaspoons oregano, 2 teaspoons parsley, basil, 2 teaspoons sugar, salt, 6 cloves garlic, olive oil, and red wine in a large, heavy pot. Cover, and cook over medium heat until bubbling. Uncover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for at least one hour, stirring often.
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Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
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Combine the meatloaf mix, corn flakes, eggs, 3 garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, 3 tablespoons tomato paste, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 tablespoons dried parsley, 1 tablespoon sugar, garlic salt, nutmeg, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix well with a large fork. Form the meat mixture into 1 1/2 inch firm balls. Place the meatballs on the prepared pan.
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Bake meatballs until browned and cooked though, about 20 to 30 minutes. Drop cooked meatballs into hot spaghetti sauce, and serve immediately.
Tips
Cooks Notes:
For light and tasty meatballs, use a fork to combine the meat mixture. Meatballs may be tough if over-worked with a spoon.
For the tastiest meatballs, be sure to use a good quality Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
416 | Calories |
19g | Fat |
40g | Carbs |
26g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 416 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 19g | 24% |
Saturated Fat 6g | 31% |
Cholesterol 148mg | 49% |
Sodium 1849mg | 80% |
Total Carbohydrate 40g | 15% |
Dietary Fiber 8g | 27% |
Total Sugars 22g | |
Protein 26g | 52% |
Vitamin C 48mg | 54% |
Calcium 250mg | 19% |
Iron 9mg | 52% |
Potassium 1534mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.