Meatballs with Peppers in Tomato Cream
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Meatballs with Peppers in Tomato Cream, a dish that combines juicy meatballs and colorful bell peppers enveloped in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe offers delightful tastes and an impressive presentation. Serve over pasta or rice for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red and yellow)
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté sliced bell peppers until softened.
- Add meatballs to the skillet and brown on all sides (about 6 minutes).
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and oregano; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Slowly stir in heavy cream until well combined. Serve hot with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for lighter options. - Spice things up with crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like basil. - Add olives or capers for unique flavor twists.