Best-Ever Italian Meatballs

Ingredients:

1-1/2 lb ground beef

1/2 lb italian sausage

1/2 medium onion finely chopped

2 garlic cloves minced

1/2 box panko bread crumbs

1/2 cup grated parmesan

1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley

2 large eggs beaten

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

For the Sauce:

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 medium onion finely chopped

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 garlic cloves minced

1 tsp dried oregano

2 cans crushed tomatoes 28 oz

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, sausage, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, parmesan, parsley, and eggs gently with your hands until completely incorporated. Season with salt and pepper and form into 24 balls.
2. Set Instant Pot to Sauté and heat oil. When oil is shimmering, add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato paste, garlic, and oregano, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper, then add meatballs.
5. Secure lid and set Instant Pot to Pressure Cook on high for 8 minutes. Follow manufacturer’s guide for quick release, making sure to wait until the cycle is complete before unlocking and removing the lid.

Prep Time: 15 - 30 minutes

Cook Time: 24 minutes

Servings:  6 servings

By: Party in an Instant Pot Cookbook