INGREDIENTS

FOR THE SAUCE

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp. freshly chopped oregano

1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

FOR MEATBALLS

1 1/2 lb. ground beef

1/2 c. gluten free bread crumbs

1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan

1 tsp. dried parsley

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large egg

1/2 tsp. red pepper glakes

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1/3 c. shredded mozzarella

1/3 c. freshly grated Parmesan

Basil for garnish, optional 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375°.
2. Make meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg, and red pepper flakes and season with salt and pepper. Mix until fully combined, then form into 15 meatballs, about 2” in diameter.
3. Place meatballs in an even layer in a 9”-x-13” baking dish. Bake 20 minutes.
4. Make sauce: In a large pot over low heat, add tomatoes and season with salt & pepper. Add garlic and oregano and stir. Let simmer while you bake the meatballs.
5.  After 20 minutes baking the meatballs add sauce and sprinkle all over with cheeses. Return to oven 15 to 20 minutes more, until cheese is melty and meatballs arecooked through.
6. Garnish with parmesan and basil and serve.
7. Enjoy!