Easy Meatballs Recipe | in a homemade marinara sauce

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Who doesn't love a good meatball recipe? This one is baked in the oven for even browning and easy cleanup, then simmered in the best homemade marinara sauce.
Meatballs are a staple recipe in the kitchen. And sometimes classic, Italian-style meatballs simmered in fresh marinara sauce are all I need for a dinner that's simple, comforting, and tastes just like home.
My version of meatballs are "meatier" with no breadcrumbs or panade, yet still moist and flavorful. That also makes them naturally gluten-free and low-carb. An added bonus!
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00:00 Intro
00:25 Chop and prep the vegetables and herbs
01:56 What type of ground meat to use
02:12 Mix the meatball ingredients together
02:50 Scoop and form the meatballs
03:32 Make the marinara sauce
05:36 Simmer the meatballs in the marinara sauce
05:55 Garnish with chopped parsley
06:20 Taste test
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  • @Downshiftology
    @Downshiftology Жыл бұрын

    Meatballs are the BEST for meal prep! Make sure to check out this recipe, and several other meatball options (turkey, tuna, pork, etc) on my website Downshiftology.com! What flavor meatballs should I make next? xo - Lisa

  • @ArtemisSilverBow

    @ArtemisSilverBow

    Жыл бұрын

    Swiss 😋 please and thank you!

  • @SuperPeppi

    @SuperPeppi

    Жыл бұрын

    Lisa, please show us a NOMATO sauce! I'm allergic to tomatoes, and don't tolerate peppers either. I'm sure there are many fans of yours with nightshade allergy, and we all would like to try your tomato based recipes without hurting ourselves!

  • @Nancy-hk8qn

    @Nancy-hk8qn

    Жыл бұрын

    lamb!

  • @theartistbonez1930

    @theartistbonez1930

    Жыл бұрын

    What temperature?

  • @erinstanger416

    @erinstanger416

    Жыл бұрын

    Can you substitute the almond flour for oat bran?

  • @yazlidglez2839
    @yazlidglez2839 Жыл бұрын

    It only took one recipe for me to buy your book! My husband never ever eats healthy I cannot get him to eat meal preps with me . But this week we have eaten the recipees from your book and he’s sooo happy he loves it ! He says he should’ve started eating cleaner 8 yrs ago lol I love love your recipees !

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Yay! So excited to hear you and your husband are loving the recipes. Can't wait to see what you make from this book :)

  • @JosephNarducci
    @JosephNarducci Жыл бұрын

    This looks delish. My next recipe to try. Love your videos and how easy you make it for us to learn too.

  • @Myles720
    @Myles720 Жыл бұрын

    Can’t wait to give this a try! Thank you for sharing this with us

  • @hansdampf4055
    @hansdampf4055 Жыл бұрын

    All cooked with fresh ingredients and without convenience products. I have no choice but "thumbs up". I know that pasta with meatballs is a very popular dish in the USA. Here this dish is almost unknown. Where I live, there is not a single Italian restaurant, which offers this on the menu. I guess I'll have to cook it myself. I like to fall back on this recipe. ❤

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait for you to try this new meatball recipe then!

  • @forevereveru

    @forevereveru

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe this is not a traditional Italian dish, but an Americanized one haha 😛

  • @hansdampf4055

    @hansdampf4055

    Жыл бұрын

    @@forevereveru There are numerous "Italian" dishes that are actually "American". One of the best known is probably "fettuccine alfredo". They originally come from Italy. But they became really popular at the beginning of the 20th century due to immigrants in the USA. Especially New York. That's the great thing about America. Good ideas prevail.

  • @enehk-zw3wi

    @enehk-zw3wi

    Жыл бұрын

    Ваш телефон прослушивают переписку отслеживают цифровые мошенники.вкс будут шантажировать

  • @klimtkahlo

    @klimtkahlo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@hansdampf4055 same with Chinese fortune cookies. Bagels.

  • @fasttastyrecipes
    @fasttastyrecipes Жыл бұрын

    This recipe looks delicious and tempting. Absolutely delicious! I can imagine its fantastic taste 😋 I really enjoyed the preparation. Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful recipe.

  • @fahimehkingston8308
    @fahimehkingston8308 Жыл бұрын

    I love your recipes and thank you very much for including the metric measurements.

  • @sarahshaw-sehgal1146
    @sarahshaw-sehgal1146 Жыл бұрын

    Made this last night and it was INSANELY GOOD!! thank you so much!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Yay! Glad you enjoyed this meatball recipe Sarah :)

  • @ginafellona601
    @ginafellona601 Жыл бұрын

    Easy enough! These will be on my table this week! ❤❤

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait to see how your meatballs turn out Gina!

  • @SD-rv1gn
    @SD-rv1gn Жыл бұрын

    I just joined your channel today. I really love your recipes. I can't wait to try them.

  • @paullee4210
    @paullee4210 Жыл бұрын

    I can listen to you all day long. it’s like music to my ears.

  • @freshprince4133
    @freshprince4133 Жыл бұрын

    I made these and a marinara sauce and they were awesome!! Over spaghetti squash, and tons of leftovers too!

  • @mariacrape9778
    @mariacrape9778 Жыл бұрын

    Well I finally made the meatballs as an Italian I approved 💯 moist delicious. The smells reminds me of my childhood. I use bison and a local ground pork. Amazing ❤

  • @ChiliPepperMadness
    @ChiliPepperMadness7 ай бұрын

    I'm tempted to whip up this recipe right away.

  • @cookshok2014
    @cookshok2014 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing recipe 😋😋

  • @SomewhereInIndiana1816
    @SomewhereInIndiana181611 ай бұрын

    yum, this looks delicious

  • @WelshLioness
    @WelshLioness Жыл бұрын

    Simple, delicious and just yummy 🤗 another great Recipe 🤪

  • @enehk-zw3wi

    @enehk-zw3wi

    Жыл бұрын

    Ваш телефон прослушивают переписку отслеживают цифровые мошенники

  • @Mike-hs8fq
    @Mike-hs8fq Жыл бұрын

    I love all your recipes!!

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Aw, I'm so glad you love them Mike!

  • @AguaAbigail
    @AguaAbigail Жыл бұрын

    Mmmm that looks delicious!👌

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait for you to try this one!

  • @Justin06241974
    @Justin06241974 Жыл бұрын

    Your meatballs recipe is very close to my meatloaf recipe. I use tomato juice for additional moisture and nut crumbs for the binder instead of almond flour.

  • @2cartalkers
    @2cartalkers Жыл бұрын

    She is a mind-reader. I was just thinking about making meatballs on this cold and dreary day. Voila! Here it is! A+. 👍👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    How funny! Nothing like a batch of meatballs to brighten your day 😊 Hope you enjoy this new recipe!

  • @LogansInnerChef
    @LogansInnerChef Жыл бұрын

    Delicious recipe!

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Excited for you to try this new meatball recipe Logan!

  • @yosrieeeee
    @yosrieeeee Жыл бұрын

    Watching from Palawan, Philippines

  • @letsdoitgull2478
    @letsdoitgull2478 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this amazing video 💝💝💝

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Hope you enjoy this new recipe!

  • @livetobe2079
    @livetobe2079 Жыл бұрын

    I needed this. I’m plan planning right now

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad this video came just in time! Hope you enjoy these meatballs 😊

  • @ambitiousunorthodox

    @ambitiousunorthodox

    Жыл бұрын

    I love that .... plan planning. That's when you know you're serious about meal prep. That should become a new word saying ❤

  • @valeriewendlandt624
    @valeriewendlandt624 Жыл бұрын

    Yes! I always find that jarred sauce just needs a little bit of love. While it's not exactly Italian, I do sauté bell peppers along with the onion and garlic and add fresh spinach to the sauce at the end.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing! Bell peppers are always a nice touch to marinara 😊

  • @HJRobinson
    @HJRobinson Жыл бұрын

    Just ordered my cookie scoop! Can’t WAIT to try these 🤗🤗

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Wooo! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on these meatballs 😉

  • @enehk-zw3wi

    @enehk-zw3wi

    Жыл бұрын

    Ваш телефон прослушивают переписку отслеживают цифровые мошенники

  • @jayadama1301
    @jayadama1301 Жыл бұрын

    So much delicious

  • @pci.capital
    @pci.capital Жыл бұрын

    I love the plating

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! 😊

  • @bwanagoes
    @bwanagoes Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for all your support! ❤️

  • @CreoleGrl18
    @CreoleGrl18 Жыл бұрын

    I bet this will be good as a meatloaf too. Yum

  • @susanaaracely7403
    @susanaaracely7403 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the recipe! It looks delicious. In regards to your nutrition, what is the portion size for the amount of calories?

  • @nomobties
    @nomobties Жыл бұрын

    Happy me. I got to see this before going grocery shopping. I’m on this.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait for you to try this new recipe!

  • @kathydelucia123
    @kathydelucia123 Жыл бұрын

    looks yummy

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    It sure is 😉 Enjoy!

  • @donnaschindlbeck7457
    @donnaschindlbeck7457 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been patiently waiting for this recipe😊 as I watched I was thinking what is she going to serve these with🙂 zucchini noodles of course! I have to say I’ve used my spiralizer more in the last week than the 2 years I’ve owned it! I also want to mention these are great recipes for camping!

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    You already know!! 😂 And great idea on making these for a camping trip.

  • @vylia
    @vylia Жыл бұрын

    These look wonderful! I liked that they don't contain bread crumbs; it seems like a new option I'll try. Thanks, Lisa.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Excited for you to try this recipe!

  • @enehk-zw3wi

    @enehk-zw3wi

    Жыл бұрын

    Ваш телефон прослушивают переписку отслеживают цифровые мошенники

  • @brianh2287
    @brianh2287 Жыл бұрын

    This looks amazing, I am going to give it a try. Thank you ! Also, one thing I noticed in the video is how you scraped the garlic press with your knife. I used to do this, but try using using the back of the blade instead of the cutting side of the blade. It won't dull or damage your blade that way, but works just as well. Great video !

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip Brian! 😊 Hope you enjoy these meatballs!

  • @maryalgar8779
    @maryalgar8779 Жыл бұрын

    Looks scrumptious! My gluten-free friend will also like this.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Do share with all your gluten-free friends and let me know their thoughts 😉

  • @enehk-zw3wi

    @enehk-zw3wi

    Жыл бұрын

    Ваш телефон прослушивают переписку отслеживают цифровые мошенники

  • @carmellya1759
    @carmellya1759 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve got your book from Target, wow it’s amazing! Keep going! 🤗

  • @ronm6585
    @ronm6585 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Hope you enjoy this new recipe!

  • @usmanghumman2483
    @usmanghumman2483 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice recipe video

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! 😊

  • @Anita-wh4vr
    @Anita-wh4vr Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful 😍😋😋 Side note: in Italy tomato sauce is let simmering for 2-3 hours, to „remove“ the acidity of the tomato 🍅 👩🏻‍🍳 🍝

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing Anita!

  • @enehk-zw3wi

    @enehk-zw3wi

    Жыл бұрын

    Ваш телефон прослушивают переписку отслеживают цифровые мошенники

  • @luxurycardstore
    @luxurycardstore Жыл бұрын

    Dang those meatballs looked so good. I need to make some soon

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    You're going to love these meatballs! Especially the marinara sauce 😉

  • @mariacrape9778
    @mariacrape9778 Жыл бұрын

    In Sicily we pan fried them then add to marinara sauce and serve with out spaghetti .

  • @pamelavance648
    @pamelavance6485 ай бұрын

    Back to say YUM Made these again 😊😊😊 Didn't have parm cheese this go around..but they are delicious. Served with fettuccine Alfredo on the side and stir fried asparagus Yayyyy for food prep 😊 Edit..lol short one meatball

  • @helenesandford9870
    @helenesandford9870 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful that's the way I make my meat ball's delicious yum thank you.

  • @Joey_506
    @Joey_506 Жыл бұрын

    Very good meatballs ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Hope you enjoy Joey 😊

  • @pinkdaisy228
    @pinkdaisy228 Жыл бұрын

    🙋🏻‍♀️ how come you don’t use the same pot to finish with the meatballs? Or make the marinara in the braiser? Just curious!

  • @ambitiousunorthodox
    @ambitiousunorthodox Жыл бұрын

    I can't wait to try this recipe. I'll be making these without almond flour. Any suggestions for a substitute for those with nut allergies?

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    I haven't tested this without almond flour yet. But you can maybe try using oat flour instead!

  • @ambitiousunorthodox

    @ambitiousunorthodox

    Жыл бұрын

    @Downshiftology good idea, thanks!!

  • @reesiezanga5232

    @reesiezanga5232

    Жыл бұрын

    The oat flour is good, or just regular oat meal works well, i usually add oatmeal to my meatloaf and it gives a nice fluffy texture!

  • @ambitiousunorthodox

    @ambitiousunorthodox

    Жыл бұрын

    @Reesie Zanga thats another good idea, using oatmeal, so they dont dry out. Thank you!

  • @urockj_
    @urockj_ Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the recipe....what can i substitute with almond flour, where I'm from it's very hard to find it and if you do, it's very expensive.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    I haven't tested this without almond flour yet. But you can maybe try using oat flour instead!

  • @brooke850
    @brooke850 Жыл бұрын

    What brand white cooking pan is that? Beautiful and it looks delicious!!

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    It's my Le Creuste Braiser Pan! You can find it linked in my shop page here: downshiftology.com/shop/

  • @brooke850

    @brooke850

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Downshiftology thank you! :)

  • @ThuvarakaMahenthiran404
    @ThuvarakaMahenthiran40411 ай бұрын

    I will make this recipe. Can I use ground chicken instead of beef?

  • @Ramyapad19
    @Ramyapad19 Жыл бұрын

    Csnt wait to make this soon for me can i use mushrooms i never had meatballs before Btw i got your newsletter and saw the recipes for this perfect for my after office meals

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Excited for you to try this new recipe Ramya!

  • @maysaraali5772
    @maysaraali57728 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤

  • @mrzif0013
    @mrzif0013 Жыл бұрын

    How about a true russian w caviar? From scratch! love the show!

  • @miklyn169
    @miklyn169 Жыл бұрын

    What can I use in place of onions because I am allergic to onions. I love the recipe.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    You can try using shallots instead.

  • @brianellett1003
    @brianellett10037 ай бұрын

    Hey...... What is the container you save you onions in?

  • @yoylos3p
    @yoylos3p Жыл бұрын

    I’m making this tonight. I wonder if the meatballs would turn out good if I cook them in the air fryer. Has anyone tried that way? Thanks!

  • @mzprettycharmz6432
    @mzprettycharmz64323 ай бұрын

  • @andrzejwysocki609
    @andrzejwysocki6098 ай бұрын

    i got some caramelized onions i cooked for an hour that i had left over , thought id stick em into some meatballs

  • @waterlipvvvv
    @waterlipvvvv4 ай бұрын

    Made it twice. All successful. I put more chopped veggies in, delicious.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    4 ай бұрын

    Glad this recipe turned out great!

  • @thelifeofadog
    @thelifeofadog Жыл бұрын

    🤗👍

  • @jonicabeird4657
    @jonicabeird4657 Жыл бұрын

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @mariavargas655
    @mariavargas655 Жыл бұрын

    Delicioso 😋

  • @cookshok2014
    @cookshok2014 Жыл бұрын

    Very very beautiful 🤩🤩

  • @pamelavance648
    @pamelavance648 Жыл бұрын

    I still eat meat yep lol Just not as much these days Meat balls are a fantastic way for meal prep and portions. And yayyyy for variety of flavors 😋

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep! Meatballs are always a great option for meal prep 😊 Also, stay tuned as I've got some seafood and vegetarian recipes coming soon as well!

  • @azraphon
    @azraphon Жыл бұрын

    If you brown the meatballs but finish them in the sauce, all that lovely fat ends up in the sauce and you get the BEST flavour. Plus you cut down on pans, though finishing them in the oven is a great idea anyway.

  • @Justin06241974
    @Justin06241974 Жыл бұрын

    I prefer to use fine nut crumbs instead of almond flour. Just a personal preference.

  • @janetkmills3224
    @janetkmills3224 Жыл бұрын

    Is extra fine Almond Flour ok? Its what I have.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Should be fine!

  • @janetkmills3224

    @janetkmills3224

    Жыл бұрын

    Made these and the marinara. YUM! Paired with my leftover rice and vegetables, but hope to try the zoodles in a future meal.

  • @oktaecyoong
    @oktaecyoong Жыл бұрын

    How lean is the ground meat?

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Don’t go too lean on the ground beef. Choose one that’s 80% lean for extra moist meatballs!

  • @oktaecyoong

    @oktaecyoong

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Downshiftology thank you for your answer!

  • @cookshok2014
    @cookshok2014 Жыл бұрын

    Plz saty conected 🙏🙏

  • @ArtemisSilverBow
    @ArtemisSilverBow Жыл бұрын

    So how many of us are having meatballs with marinara sauce tonight? 😋😄

  • @bh613
    @bh613 Жыл бұрын

    Ideas without onions? Sour stomach.

  • @solangecardona7421
    @solangecardona7421 Жыл бұрын

    Guess I know what I’ll be doing with my frozen veal mince!

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Perfect timing 😉

  • @bouchrazanati4844
    @bouchrazanati4844 Жыл бұрын

    It’s Marrocan recipe it’s called tajine kefta , we added eggs 😊

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @bouchrazanati4844

    @bouchrazanati4844

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Downshiftology ❤️❤️🇲🇦🇲🇦

  • @arleneconorqui4547
    @arleneconorqui4547 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Thanks. Thanks. I tried meatballs for the first time last week. They came out super dense. I had to throw them out. Now I know why. Too much eggs and breadcrumbs.

  • @Downshiftology

    @Downshiftology

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh no! The ratio is key for meatballs. Hope this version turns out better 😊

  • @putra-kun8979
    @putra-kun89792 ай бұрын

    As an asian i will eat with rise😂

  • @bestkksser
    @bestkksser Жыл бұрын

    No Matter How You Feel Today,Get Up,Look Up And Give God The Glory For Waking You Up🇧🇸❤️

  • @alexgordon8647
    @alexgordon86474 ай бұрын

    You should probably consider taking your jewelry off when you mix up raw meat like that

  • @klimtkahlo
    @klimtkahlo Жыл бұрын

    Why aren’t the meat balls cooked in the sauce?

  • @moumnimohamed620
    @moumnimohamed620 Жыл бұрын

    I prefer to cook the meatballs in the tomato sauce

  • @frankfurter7260
    @frankfurter7260 Жыл бұрын

    “…so there’s no super large chunks.” Don’t use the word “super” as an adverb. It’s super irritating.

  • @heikeferdinandt7258
    @heikeferdinandt7258 Жыл бұрын

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