Who doesn’t love meatballs smothered in a rich tomato sauce? It’s a classic dish that has been enjoyed by many for years. However, the traditional way of cooking these meatballs can be quite time-consuming and messy.

But what if we told you that we have a no-pan recipe that will make cooking these meatballs a breeze? Read on to find our No-Pan Parmesan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce recipe that you can whip up in no time!.

: Ingredients

For the meatballs:.

1 lb. ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the tomato sauce:.

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

: Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan, chopped parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands until fully combined.

3. Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs of the desired size. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked.

4. While the meatballs are baking, make the tomato sauce. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.

4. Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until slightly thickened.

5. Once the meatballs are fully cooked, remove them from the oven and carefully transfer them to the pot with the tomato sauce.

Gently stir to coat the meatballs in the sauce and let simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

: Serving Suggestion

Once the meatballs are done simmering in the tomato sauce, it’s time to serve. You can serve them over a bed of your favorite pasta, or with a side of crusty bread to mop up that delicious sauce.

Garnish with additional parmesan and chopped parsley, if desired.

: Conclusion

Cooking meatballs in a pan can be time-consuming and messy, but our No-Pan Parmesan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce recipe makes the process much easier.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can have delicious meatballs smothered in a rich tomato sauce in no time. This is a perfect dish for a busy weeknight or a weekend dinner with friends and family. Give it a try and see how easy it is to make!.