Elevate your meatball game with this indulgent four-meat recipe, paired with a rich tomato sauce. These meatballs are tender, juicy, and full of flavor, perfect for a special meal that supports male fertility with wholesome ingredients.

Meatballs (Makes ~20 Large Meatballs)

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• ½ cup finely diced guanciale or pancetta
• 10 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large Spanish onion, finely diced
• 1 small fennel bulb, finely diced
• 2 Calabrian chilies, chopped (plus 2 Tbsp chili oil from the jar)
• ½ cup chopped sundried tomatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ lb. ground pork
• ½ lb. ground veal
• ½ lb. ground beef
• 1¾ cups fresh breadcrumbs
• 2 whole eggs
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup ricotta cheese
• 1 bunch parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics

   • Heat olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Add guanciale or pancetta and cook until browned (~5 mins).
   • Add garlic, onion, fennel, chilies, and sundried tomatoes. Cook until onions are translucent (~10 mins). Season with salt and pepper.
   • Cool the mixture in the fridge (~20 mins).

2. Mix and Form the Meatballs

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled mixture with all remaining ingredients. Mix thoroughly.
   • Cook a small test portion to check seasoning. Adjust as needed.
   • Roll the mixture into 3-ounce meatballs and arrange them on a parchment-lined sheet. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

3. Cook the Meatballs

   • Preheat oven to 300°F.
   • Bake meatballs until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (~45 mins).
   • Reserve juices for the sauce if making.

Meatball Sauce Recipe (Makes 8–10 Servings)

Ingredients

• 10 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large Spanish onions, finely diced
• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 (8-oz) can tomato paste
• 3 (28-oz) cans San Marzano tomatoes
• 1 sprig fresh basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base

   • In a large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic and onions in olive oil until soft (~7 mins).
   • Add tomato paste and cook until caramelized (~10 mins).

2. Simmer the Sauce

   • Stir in the San Marzano tomatoes, meatball juices, and basil. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens (~2 hrs). Season to taste.

3. Combine and Serve

   • Add cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 20 minutes to combine flavors.
   • Serve over pasta or with Italian bread.

Male Fertility Benefits

• Healthy fats from olive oil support hormone production.
• Garlic and onions are rich in antioxidants, which can improve sperm health.
• Tomatoes provide lycopene, a nutrient linked to improved male reproductive health.
• Lean meats offer zinc and protein to support testosterone levels.

Prepare these life-changing meatballs as a comforting meal while promoting your fertility health.