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Bobby Flay Sauce and Meatballs

Bobby Flay Sauce and Meatballs
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Bobby Flay’s meatballs are a flavorful mix of ground meats, fresh herbs, garlic, cheese, and breadcrumbs, simmered in a homemade tomato sauce. The sauce is typically made from crushed tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and herbs, cooked until rich and slightly sweet. It’s a hearty, comforting dish that highlights Flay’s signature style—classic with a twist.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

  • Ground beef – ½ pound

  • Ground pork – ½ pound

  • Eggs – 2

  • Grated Parmesan cheese – ½ cup

  • Breadcrumbs – ½ cup (preferably fresh)

  • Milk – ¼ cup

  • Garlic – 2 cloves, minced

  • Fresh parsley – 2 tablespoons, chopped

  • Salt and pepper – to taste

  • Olive oil – for browning

For the Tomato Sauce:

  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons

  • Garlic – 3 cloves, minced

  • Crushed tomatoes – 1 can (28 oz)

  • Fresh basil – 2 tablespoons, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)

  • Crushed red pepper flakes – ¼ teaspoon (optional)

  • Salt and sugar – to taste

Instructions

  • Soak the breadcrumbs – In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs with milk and let sit for 5 minutes.

  • Make the meatball mixture – In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, eggs, cheese, soaked breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.

  • Form the meatballs – Shape into 1½-inch balls using damp hands or a scoop.

  • Brown the meatballs – Heat olive oil in a pan and brown meatballs on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked). Set aside.

  • Start the sauce – In the same pan, add olive oil and garlic. Cook until fragrant.

  • Add tomatoes and herbs – Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and a pinch of sugar.

  • Simmer with meatballs – Return meatballs to the sauce, cover, and simmer on low for 25–30 minutes.

  • Serve hot – Pair with pasta, crusty bread, or enjoy on their own.

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