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Saucy Meatballs with Garlic Bread

Simple and qwik this meal is ready in minutes and provides good quality protein for recovery and plenty of vitamins and minerals.
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Keyword: Garlic Bread, Healthy Cooking, Healthy Eating, Healthy Food, Healthy Food Guide, Healthy Recipe, HFG, Meatballs
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 500 g extra lean beef mince
  • 1 Tbsp. Greek mixed herb seasoning (no added salt)
  • 500 g chunky tomato passata sauce
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, finely chopped
  • 2 stalks celery finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 60 g bag spinach
  • 4 slices wholemeal sourdough

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, place beef mince, Greek seasoning and ¼ cup of the pasta sauce. Season with black pepper and mix well. Roll into 20 walnut-sized meatballs.
  • Spray a large non-stick pan with oil and set over medium-high heat. Cook meatballs in batches until browned all over. Transfer to a plate. Add onion, carrot, celery, and half the garlic to the pan. Cook, strirring,for - minutes until softened. Add the remaining pasta sauce with 1 ½- 2 cups water. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat, simmer covered for 5-10 minutes. Add meatballs, simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in spinach.
  • Meanwhile, heat a chargil pan. Combine oil and remaining garlic, and brush mizture over both sides of the bread. Grill in pan for 1-2 minutes each side or until golden and smoky.
  • Divide meatballs amon plates. Serve with garlic bread.

Notes

Ray, Kerrie; (May 2023) 5pm Panic! Fakeaways in Healthy Food Guide