Meatballs

• 1 lb. ground meat
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup grated Romano or Parmesean Cheese
• 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
• 2 teaspoons parsley, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup water
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese cut into cubes
• 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Directions

Heat 4 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. In a large bowl, mix together the first 8 ingredients and slowly mix in the water. The meatballs should be moist but hold their shape. Scoop 1 tablespoon meat. Place cheese in middle of meat, cover with another piece of meat mixture. Roll in a ball making sure they are sealed. Place in preheated fry pan and cook 2 minutes each side. Place browned meatballs on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake in 400 degree oven 10-12 minutes.

Marinara Sauce

• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Brown garlic in olive oil, 1 minute and add tomatoes, salt and pepper, sugar, seasoning, red pepper, mix to combine. Simmer 10 minutes stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. Add the meatballs to the sauce and stir to coat. Serve immediately over noodles.