Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- 4 spring onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic, finely crushed
- 1 carrot, peeled and grated
- 1 tablespoon Vegemite
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (light)
- 810 grams crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 cup tomato paste (salt reduced)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon parsley, finely chopped
- Black pepper
How to Make
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Step 1: Mix together the beef, breadcrumbs, egg, spring onions, carrot, garlic and Vegemite until well combined. Roll mixture into 24 even sized balls.
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Step 2: Heat oil in a large frying pan, add meatballs and cook over a medium heat for 8-10 minutes until golden brown all over. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, oregano, thyme, parsley and pepper to taste. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.
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Step 3: Serve over spaghetti with the parmesan sprinkled on top.
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