Veal Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Steps

1. 1

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, lightly brown the garlic, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes in the oil. Add the tomatoes and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes; crush them roughly, season with salt and pepper, and keep warm.

   30 min
2. 2

   In a food processor, process the bread into crumbs, mix it with the milk, and let it soak.

   5 min
3. 3

   Add the veal, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, fennel, oregano, and red pepper flakes, then mix with your hands.

4. 4

   With lightly oiled hands, shape the mixture into meatballs of about 30 ml each.

5. 5

   Place the meatballs in the tomato sauce, cover, and cook over medium-low heat, turning them a few times during cooking.

   10 min
6. 6

   Remove the lid and continue cooking until the meatballs are cooked through.

   10 min
7. 7

   Serve the meatballs with pasta, blanched rapini, or bread.