"Flavorful Italian style meatballs simmer in a perfect sauce. This classic dish is easy to make at home for a weeknight dinner and family favorite...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 lb. lean ground beef
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1 lb. Italian sausage
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1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
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1 teaspoon pepper
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2 tablespoons dehydrated onion
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4 eggs, lightly beaten
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4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt*
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*If you want, you could substitute all the Italicized ingredients with 3 Tbsp. garlic bread seasoning found here.
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For the Sauce
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1 large onion, chopped
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4-5 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
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Olive oil
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2 28-oz. cans crushed tomatoes
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16 oz. tomato sauce
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1-2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Pinch of red pepper flakes
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Pinch of baking soda (to help neutralize the acid)