1-Getting started with Italian spicy meatballs: tearing the slice of white bread into small pieces and placing it in a large bowl, then add all the meatball ingredients except the olive oil. Mix everything thoroughly by hand until it’s fully combined; if you can, refrigerate the mixture overnight to let the flavors blend even more.

2-Once ready, form the mixture into equal-sized balls, each weighing just over 1 ounce, to make about 15 meatballs. This helps ensure they cook evenly. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to coat the pan, then brown the meatballs on all sides in batches and transfer them to a plate don’t cook them through yet, as they’ll finish in the sauce.

3-Next, in the same pan, add the pasta sauce and herbs, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it simmer. Return the meatballs to the sauce, spoon some over them, cover with a lid, and cook for about 10 minutes. Flip them halfway through and coat again for that perfect finish. The whole process takes just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings.

4-Detailed Steps for Best Results: To make your Italian spicy meatballs even better, focus on gentle mixing to keep the texture light. Preheat your oven as an alternative if you’re baking, but for this recipe, the skillet method locks in flavors nicely. Once done, serve them hot over pasta or risotto for a complete meal that serves 3-4 people.