Italian Beef Meatballs in Slow-Simmered Sugo

• 2 lb ground beef (85/15)
• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 5 clove garlic
• 1 yellow onion
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix the beef with breadcrumbs, egg, parmesan, half the garlic, salt and pepper, then roll into balls.

2. 2

   Brown the meatballs in olive oil on all sides and set aside.

3. 3

   Soften the diced onion and remaining garlic in the same pot.

4. 4

   Add crushed tomatoes and oregano and simmer 10 minutes to build the sugo.

5. 5

   Nestle the meatballs into the sauce and simmer gently for 45 minutes until tender.

6. 6

   Finish with torn basil and extra parmesan before serving.