Broccoli "Meat"Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2
   Steam broccoli for 10 minutes, or until tender and bright green. Cool. Use 3 cups of broccoli if you want them less broccoli-y.
3. 3
   Pulse almonds in food processor until finely ground. Transfer to large mixing bowl.
4. 4
   Add Parmesan, basil, parsley, garlic, and cayenne. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Mix well.
5. 5
   Pulse steamed broccoli in food processor until chopped. Transfer to bowl with mixture.
6. 6
   Whisk eggs in small bowl, then stir eggs into broccoli mixture.
7. 7
   Shape mixture into 16-30 meatballs by hand to hold their shape. Place on prepared baking sheet, and bake 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. 8
   To make Garlic-Tomato Sauce: Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook 5 minutes, or until onion is soft. Add tomatoes and their juice, and cook 20 minutes, or until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.