Easy and Delicious Stale Bread Meatballs with Sauce

Ingredients:

• Stale bread slices - 4 cups, torn into small pieces
• Ground beef - 1 lb
• Onion - 1, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup, grated
• Eggs - 2
• Milk - 1/4 cup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce:

• Crushed tomatoes - 2 cups
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Italian herbs - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt to taste

Calories (per serving): ~300 kcal

Cooking Steps:

Step 1: Prepare Meatball Mixture

• In a large bowl, combine torn bread, ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2: Form Meatballs

• Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

• In a saucepan, heat olive oil. Add crushed tomatoes, Italian herbs, sugar, and salt. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Step 4: Cook Meatballs

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place meatballs in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 5: Serve

• Pour the tomato sauce over the meatballs before serving. Garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.

Transform your stale bread into a culinary triumph with these easy and delicious meatballs. A perfect combination of comfort and taste that the whole family will love.