Meatballs and Sauce

The family meatball recipe. Came from an Italian family friend from two generations back. I haven't had another one that matches this one yet. Posted for safe keeping. (Gluten Free option included).

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef
• 2  slices  white bread or 1⁄2 cup cooked white rice
• 1  egg, beaten
• 1⁄2 cup onion, finely minced
• 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4-1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
•  parsley (optional)
•  garlic (optional)

Directions

1. Soak bread in water slightly.
2. Squeeze by hand and crumble up. (If using rice, you can chop it up a little or not do anything. Just make sure its pretty soft.).
3. Mix all ingredients well.
4. Roll into small-medium sized balls.
5. Brown balls in skillet.
6. Add to warmed sauce.