Neapolitan Meatballs
INGREDIENTS
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A touch of cinnamon distinguishes these delicious tomato-sauced meatballs. Adding whole-grain bulgur allows you to use less meat, resulting in meatballs with less than half the total fat and saturated fat of the original. Plus a vibrant-tasting combi
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Neapolitan Meatballs
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photographer: Ken Burris Nutritionist Tested & Approved Ingredients
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Total Time: 2 hours
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1/2 cup bulgur, (see Ingredient Note)
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
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3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
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4 cups diced plum tomatoes, (about 1 1/2 pounds)
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2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
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1 large egg
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1 large egg white
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1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
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1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon sugar, (optional)
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