Directions

1. Puree tomatoes, onion, garlic, chipotle pepper, and cloves in a processor or blender until almost smooth. Heat oil in a heavy medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat. Add tomato mixture. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. Reduce heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, oregano, ¼ tsp. salt, about 6 grinds of black pepper, and capers. Using hands, form 1 rounded tablespoonful of mixture into meatballs.
3. Bring sauce back to a simmer, and add meatballs. Cover and simmer until they are cooked through, about 20 minutes. Serve over the white rice.