Spicy Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, egg, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

3. 3

   Form the mixture into meatballs, about

4. 4

   5 inches in diameter.

5. 5

   Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

6. 6

   Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs.

7. 7

   Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

9. 9

   Serve the meatballs with the marinara sauce, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.