Meatballs with garlic bread
Description
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Pulse 2 slices of bread in a food processor until crumbs form. In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with 1/3 cup of water. Add the ground beef, eggs, 1 teaspoon garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon oregano; mix well. Shape the mixture into 12 meatballs. In a large pot, melt 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 7 minutes. Add crushed and whole tomatoes, 1 teaspoon garlic, 1 teaspoon oregano, and a pinch of sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, brush 8 slices of bread with 2 tablespoons of oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon garlic; season with salt and pepper. Bake on a baking sheet in the oven until golden, about 10 minutes. Serve the meatballs with garlic bread.