Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef

1/2 c. bread crumbs

1 egg, lightly beaten

1 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. paprika

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 tbsp. olive oil

Parsley, for garnish

2 c. ketchup

2 cans Dr. Pepper

2 tbsp. tomato paste

1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp. onion powder

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1In a large bowl, mix together beef, bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper and mix until combined. Form into ping-pong ball–size meatballs.Step 2In another large bowl, whisk together ketchup, Dr. Pepper, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper.Step 3In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add meatballs to the pan and brown on all sides. When meatballs are browned, add the sauce to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Let simmer, basting the meatballs sporadically with a spoon, until sauce has reduced by half and meatballs are cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Step 4Garnish with parsley and serve.