Mediterranean Grass-Fed Beef Meatballs in Slow-Simmered San Marzano Pomodoro
Tender, herb-infused grass-fed beef meatballs simmered in authentic garlic-basil tomato sauce. 48g of muscle-building protein, nutrient-dense CLA, and zinc.
Mediterranean Grass-Fed Beef Meatballs in Slow-Simmered San Marzano Pomodoro
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- 1.5 lbs (680g) 90/10 grass-fed ground beef
- 1 large pasture-raised egg, beaten
- 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- 1/4 cup almond flour (grain-free binder)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 can (28 oz / 800g) whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt, oregano, and red pepper flakes to taste
Step-by-Step Culinary Protocol
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
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In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef, egg, grated Parmesan, almond flour, half the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Do not overmix.
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Form into 16 evenly sized meatballs and place on baking sheet. Bake for 12 minutes until lightly browned.
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Meanwhile, in a deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté remaining garlic and red pepper flakes for 60 seconds.
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Pour in crushed San Marzano tomatoes, oregano, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer.
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Transfer baked meatballs into the simmering sauce, cover partially, and let cook together for 15 minutes.
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Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving alongside zucchini ribbons or steamed broccolini.
Grass-fed beef provides superior ratios of Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) and stearic acid—a unique saturated fatty acid demonstrated in clinical studies to trigger mitochondrial fusion and visceral adipocyte shrinkage.
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