INGREDIENTS
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For the Meatballs:
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1.5 lb. ground beef (I used 93% lean)
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1 large egg, beaten
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2 tablespoons milk
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1 log (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese, or if you can find them I like to use the fresh mozzarella snacking cheese balls because they’re already shaped in exactly the right size – it’s an easy shortcut!
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For the Sauce:
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2 carrots, grated
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
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1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
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1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
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1 cup beef broth
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1 cup marinara sauce (homemade or from a jar)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon oregano
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1/2 teaspoon basil