Meatballs with Tomato Sauce

1.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic cloves, bread crumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, paprika, and chopped parsley. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

2.Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should be able to make approximately 20 meatballs.

3.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic cloves, and sauté until they are softened and fragrant.

4.Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

5.Gently place the meatballs into the tomato sauce, ensuring they are fully submerged. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.

6.Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 25-30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.

7.Serve the meatballs and tomato sauce over cooked pasta or rice. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.