Spicy Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 red jalapeño chile, seeded, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
• 4 medium tomatoes, chopped (3 cups)*
• 1 tablespoon dry red wine, if desired