Mom's Meatballs in Wine Sauce

Experience the comforting flavors of "Mom's Meatballs in Wine Sauce," a timeless classic that combines tender, homemade meatballs with an irresistible red wine-infused sauce. These flavorful meatballs, made from a blend of ground beef and pork, are enriched with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a touch of garlic for a savory bite that melts in your mouth. Perfectly browned and simmered in a luxurious sauce crafted from dry red wine, beef broth, and tomato paste, each bite is a harmony of richness and depth. This dish is ideal for family dinners or special occasions, pairing wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes, al dente pasta, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the velvety sauce. With its wholesome ingredients and heartwarming appeal, "Mom's Meatballs in Wine Sauce" will quickly become a favorite at your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Red wine (dry)
• 1.5 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Flour
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 Bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.

Step 2

Form the mixture into meatballs, roughly 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a tray or plate.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs, in batches if necessary, and sear them on all sides until browned. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Sprinkle flour over the onions and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 6

Slowly add red wine to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 7

Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, sugar, and add the bay leaf. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the sauce.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and simmer the meatballs in the sauce over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Serve the meatballs hot, with sauce spooned over the top. They pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1670.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2700.1

Total Fat 174.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 770.3mg	0%
Sodium 5501.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 167.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 561.4mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2356.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.3%

Protein: 26.1%

Carbs: 12.7%