Savory Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

1Preparing the Meatballs In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic (2 cloves) powder, onion (½) powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.

2Shaping the Meatballs Take small portions of the meat mixture and roll them into meatballs, ensuring they are evenly sized for even cooking.

3Cooking the Meatballs Heat a pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Place the meatballs in the pan and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes.

4Preparing the Tomato Sauce In the same pan, add chopped onion (½) and garlic (2 cloves). Cook until softened. Add crushed tomatoes (1 can), sugar (1 teaspoon), oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.

5Combining the Meatballs and Sauce Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the cooked meatballs to the pan. Simmer together for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.