My Nana and I would stuff Manicotti's for Sunday dinner. She would love to get them ready in the morning then we would bake them for dinner. Her and I would mostly eat the inside stuffing. I decided to make the filling as meatballs and they were amazing. I served over a vegetable primavera pasta. Super yummy! Go ahead and enjoy this Italian classic.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a large bowl add beef and pork. Mix together then make a well in the center. Add in egg and start to whisk. Next add in garlic, almond meal or breadcrumbs, dried basil, dried parsley, dried thyme, salt, pepper, garlic powder, fresh parsley, ricotta cheese and parmesan cheese.
Combine together by starting with a fork then continue with your hands until the mixture is evenly incorporated and smooth.
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Use an ice cream scoop (or tablespoon) to grab the mixture then roll into a ball. (this will keep the meatballs all the same size) Bake for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile add your marinara sauce into your slow cooker on high. When the meatballs are done add to the sauce. After 1 hour reduce heat to low and set for 4 hours.
Cindy's Easy Marinara Sauce
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