Local recipes fresh from the Covington Farmer’s Market. This recipe was inspired by “Spicy Saucy Bison Meatballs” from thebisoncouncil.com
Ingredients – Meatballs:
1lb ground Bison
1 large egg
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
3tbsp Italian seasonings –
oregano, thyme, fresh parsley
3tbsp minced fresh garlic
1tsp course salt
1tsp fresh ground black pepper
1tsp Worcestershire sauce
Red Sauce:
4 oz tomato paste
1 large tomato, diced
1/2 onion, finely chopped
3tbsp minced fresh garlic
3tbsp Italian seasonings –
oregano, thyme, basil
2tbsp raw sugar
1tbsp balsamic vinegar
1tsp chili pepper
1tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup of water
Cooking Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Mix well with your hands, then devide into small balls and place in an oiled cookie tray, making sure to leave space between them. Makes about 16 small meatballs. Bake for 15 minutes. If making larger meatballs, bake for 30 minutes.
Red Sauce – In a large saucepan or medium pot, cook the onions & garlic first with the olive oil. Add the herbs and spices, stir, then mix in the rest of the ingredients. Bring to a boil, then lower to medium heat. Add the cooked meatballs and simmer for about 15 minutes. Serve over your favorite spaghetti, top with fresh grated parmesan and parsley!
