Oven-Baked Potatoes with Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients for the Meatballs

• 500 g ground beef
• 3 slices of stale bread (soaked in water and well-squeezed)
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 ripe tomato, grated
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions for the Meatballs

1. In a bowl, spread out the ground beef and drizzle it with vinegar.
2. Add all the remaining ingredients and mix well to combine.
3. Cover the bowl and let the mixture rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
4. This will help bring out the aromas and make the meatballs even more delicious.

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Ingredients for the Potatoes

• 5-6 medium potatoes
• 3 onions, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
• 4 ripe tomatoes, blended
• Salt
• Pepper
• Sweet paprika
• 60 g olive oil
• 400 g water

Instructions for the Potatoes

1. Peel and wash the potatoes, then cut them into even-sized pieces according to your preference.
2. Place the potatoes in a large baking dish, leaving enough space for the meatballs.
3. Add the onions, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, olive oil, blended tomatoes, and water to the potatoes. Mix everything well to combine.
4. Take the meatball mixture out of the refrigerator, shape it into balls, and place them between the potatoes in the baking dish.
5. Bake in a preheated oven at 190-200°C (375-390°F) for 55-60 minutes, depending on your oven.
6. If necessary, add more water during baking to ensure the sauce doesn’t dry out.

Serve hot and enjoy!