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Spicy Meatballs With Fragrant Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Directions

Step #1 Combine breadcrumbs & milk in mixing bowl & let sit 5 mins.
Step #2 Meanwhile, heat oil in a heavy 10" skillet over med-heat/flame.
Step #3 Add onion & saute til translucent, about 5 min.
Step #4 Add 1 tsp cumin, cinnamon & 1/8 tsp cayenne.
Step #5 Cook 30 seconds.
Step #6 Add tomatoes & juices, 1 c water, & 1/2 tsp salt.
Step #7 Increase heat to high & bring to a boil.
Step #8 Lower the heat to a steady simmer & cook for 15 mins.
Step #9 While the sauce simmers, prepare the meatballs.
Step #10 Mash the breadcrumbs & milk with a fork to a smooth paste.
Step #11 Add the beef, remaining 1 tsp cumin & 1/8 tsp cayenne, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 the cilantro, & several grinds of pepper.
Step #12 Mix with your hands until thoroughly mixd.
Step #13 Wet your hands to keep the mixture from sticking to them.
Step #14 Roll a couple of tbsps into 1 1/2" balls; you should have about 30.
Step #15 Nestle the meatballs into the sauce, cover, & cook for 10 mins.
Step #16 Remove lid & continue to simmer for another 5 mins to thicken the sauce.
Step #17 Stir in the reamaining cilantro & season this with salt & pepper to taste.
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