Zucchini Meatballs in Tomato-Basil Sauce

Zucchini Meatballs in Tomato-Basil Sauce

Zucchini Meatballs in Tomato-Basil Sauce

prep. time:

25 min

cook time:

30 min

serves:

6

Ingredients

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 zucchini)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
2 eggs, beaten
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Organic Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce

Directions

Heat oven to 400°F.
Mix all ingredients except pasta sauce just until blended.
Shape into 18 (1-inch) meatballs. Place on parchment-covered rimmed baking sheet.
Bake 15 to 20 min. or until meatballs are done (160°F).
Spoon meatballs into large saucepan. Add pasta sauce; stir gently until meatballs are evenly coated with pasta sauce. Bring to boil, stirring frequently; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min., stirring occasionally.