Irresistible Red Wine Braised Meatballs for Cozy Nights

These Red Wine Braised Meatballs are a comforting dish perfect for family dinners and cozy nights, offering melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 meatballs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

1 lb Ground Beef Use 80/20 for optimal flavor
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with fresh basil or oregano
1 medium Onion May substitute with shallots
2 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best results

For the Sauce

1 cup Red Wine Opt for fruity varieties like Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon
14.5 oz Canned Tomatoes Crushed tomatoes work best
1 cup Beef Broth Low-sodium preferred

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
skillet
Sharp knife

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Start by finely chopping the onion and garlic. Gather all ingredients close to your cooking space.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped parsley, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, aiming for 12-15 meatballs.
In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and brown the meatballs for 5-7 minutes.
Remove the meatballs and pour in 1 cup of red wine, scraping the browned bits, then stir in the canned tomatoes and beef broth.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
Plate the meatballs and spoon the sauce over them, serving with spaghetti or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These meatballs can be made ahead of time and are perfect for busy weeknights.

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