bev's meatballs

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 - egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 - bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 - minced garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 2.5 cans tomatoes, canned italian style with juice
  • 1 can tomato paste
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 cup parsley, fresh and chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

How To Make bev's meatballs

  • Step 1
    Mix ingredients in given order one by one.
  • Step 2
    After completely mixed by hand, let stand for at least 20 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Form into meatballs (golf ball size) and fry slowly until golden brown.
  • Step 4
    Do not turn until completely done on one side and do not crowd pan.
  • Step 5
    If not using non-stick pan, cook in 1/8 cup of oil.
  • Step 6
    Tomato Sauce: Saute onion and garlic in butter for 5 minutes.
  • Step 7
    Crush tomatoes into medium pieces.
  • Step 8
    Add all ingredients except baking soda, mushrooms, and meatballs.
  • Step 9
    Simmer in covered saucepan for 1 hour.
  • Step 10
    Stir sauce often and keep heat low.
  • Step 11
    Add browned meatballs and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Step 12
    During last 15 minutes add mushrooms.
  • Step 13
    During last 10 minutes add baking soda.
  • Step 14
    If sauce is too thick, add water.
  • Step 15
    If sauce is too thin, cook uncovered for 15 minutes.

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