These meatballs connect to Tony Fiorello’s Italian-American background, emphasizing his family’s culinary traditions that are a staple during family gatherings in the novel.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place in a baking dish.
Pour marinara sauce over meatballs.
Bake for 25 minutes or until cooked through.