Easy Italian Meatballs

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

lean ground beef

large onion (very finely chopped)

2 cloves

garlic (finely minced)

large egg

4 tbsp

breadcrumbs

large handful flat-leaf parsley (chopped)

2 tsp

Italian seasoning

1 tsp

salt

Black pepper (to taste)

Olive oil (for baking)

1/2 tbsp

olive oil

large onion (chopped)

2 cloves

garlic (minced)

1 stick

celery (finely chopped)

small carrot (shredded)

2 tbsp

tomato paste

2 tsp

Italian seasoning

1/3 cup

red wine (optional (use broth or water as a substitute))

1 can

fire roasted tomatoes)

1 can

tomato sauce)

1 tsp

maple syrup

Salt + black pepper (to taste)