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Red Wine Braised Meatballs

Savory Red Wine Braised Meatballs for Cozy Gatherings

Delicious Red Wine Braised Meatballs bring Italian comfort with rich flavors, perfect for gatherings or busy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Braising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef 80/20 blend is ideal; turkey or plant-based options can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with basil or oregano.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Adjust based on personal preference.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Red Wine Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon is recommended; avoid sweet varieties.
  • 28 ounces Canned Tomatoes Crushed tomatoes preferred; fresh tomatoes may require cooking time adjustments.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Low-sodium recommended.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cooking Spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Finely chop one onion and a few cloves of garlic. Preheat your skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef with parsley, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until fully combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Shape meat mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a plate.
  4. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Remove meatballs and pour red wine into the skillet, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then add canned tomatoes and beef broth.
  6. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and braise on low heat for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These meatballs can be prepared a day in advance and reheated with a splash of broth or sauce for extra tenderness.

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