Prep Time:15 mins
Understanding food allergies and intolerances
Meatballs
Cooking Time:20 mins
Serves:4 Adults
Serve with pasta, and you have a delicious Italian dinner for the whole family to enjoy!
About this recipe
Adapted from 101 Square Meals
Ingredients
- 450g of lean minced beef or lamb
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2-3 garlic cloves
- 2 dessertspoons of tomato puree
- 400g tin of chopped tomatoes
Method
- Place minced meat in a large bowl
- Fry the onion and garlic until golden brown
- Add a little water and tomato puree to the pan
- Cook for a few minutes
- Add this mixture to the minced meat and mix well
- Shape into meatballs with damp hands
- Drain any excess fat from the pan or gently pat the meatballs with kitchen paper to remove any excess fat
- Add the can of chopped tomatoes to the frying pan and season with pepper
- Cook the meatballs gently in the frying pan for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally
What you will need
- Chopping board
- Chopping knife
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Easily increase your fibre intake and stay fuller for longer by using wholegrain pasta or spaghetti
"Remember to wash your hands after handling raw meat"
