Marry Me Meatballs

Tender beef meatballs simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce for an easy, comforting stovetop dinner ready in about 40 minutes.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 25 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 large egg
• 0.333 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.333 cup parmesan cheese
• 0.125 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil

Cooking instructions

1. Combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until just combined, then shape into 16 meatballs. (about 8 min)
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and the centers reach 160°F, about 10 minutes. Transfer them to a plate. (about 10 min) — Medium heat
3. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, then pour in the cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. (about 4 min) — Gentle simmer
4. Stir in the Parmesan until melted and the sauce lightly thickens, about 2 minutes. (about 2 min) — Low heat
5. Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer gently, turning them in the sauce, until heated through and fully coated, about 3 minutes. (about 3 min) — Gentle simmer
6. Top with the basil and serve hot.