Greek Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Greek Soutzoukakia

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Main Ingredients

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Mix

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Heat

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Sear

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Cook

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Simmer

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Serve

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Greek Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Greek Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Greek Soutzoukakia

Main Ingredients

lean ground beef bread slices garlic cloves salt cumin pepper egg olive oil tomato sauce

Mix

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Heat

Sear

Cook

Simmer

Serve

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