Sicilian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

This hearty Sicilian dish of meatballs in tomato sauce is simple and delicious. Perfect for a hungry family, serve with pasta or a simple salad for a complete meal.

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Step 1

Using your hands, mix together meat, bread crumbs, parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper.

Step 2

Add 3 lightly beaten eggs and mix well until the mixture comes together. If dry, add a little more egg.

Step 3

Roll a handful of the mixture into a ball; if it holds together, proceed to shape the rest of the mixture into balls.

Step 4

In roasting pan, add oil and bake the meatballs in until browned on all sides at 200C

Step 5

Bring 3/4 pot of water to a boil with a little bit of oil and salt in, add 1 packet of spaghetti and stir till cooked, drain and make sure it is ready to eat

Step 6

Heat oil in a large pan and cook canned tomatoes

Step 7

Once brown, transfer meatballs to the pan with tomato sauce, submerge in sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Cook gently.