All-Purpose Meatballs Recipe

Name: All-Purpose Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pounds ground beef; 1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup milk; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons grainy mustard; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 4 large eggs; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

5 pounds ground beef
1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil

1
To make the meatballs, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, cream, parsley, mustard, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes and eggs in a large mixing bowl.
2
Mix together well with your hands.
3
Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions and roll them into balls with your hands.
4
Place the meatballs onto parchment-lined baking sheets and put the baking sheets in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes for the meatballs to firm up.
5
To brown the meatballs, heat the olive oil in a heavy pot or large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot.
7
Cook, turning the meatballs to make sure they brown all over, 5 to 7 minutes per batch.
8
Drain on paper towels.
9
Freezer instructions: Put the cooked meatballs in a single layer on baking sheets and put into the freezer.
10
When frozen, divide them into freezer bags, 25 per bag, and return them to the freezer.

1864

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

Carbs

116

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pounds ground beef, 1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and more.

Yes, All-Purpose Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

All-Purpose Meatballs

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