Calabrian Meatballs Recipe

Name: Calabrian Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices white bread, crusts removed; 1/4 cup milk; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 crushed garlic cloves; 500 g pork mince; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 lemon, juice and zest of; 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1/4 cup olive oil, extra; 750 ml pasta sauce; 500 g pasta

Servings: persons

2 slices white bread, crusts removed
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 crushed garlic cloves
500 g pork mince
2 teaspoons salt
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/4 cup olive oil, extra
750 ml pasta sauce
500 g pasta

1
Place bread in bowl, add milk and 2 tbl oil, set aside 15 minutes or until absorbed.
2
Toss bread mix, 2 cloves of garlic, mince, salt, juice and zest of the lemon, extra oil, parmesan and parsley in mixing bowl; mix well.
3
Shape into balls cover and chill.
4
Cook balls in pasta sauce for 15 minutes. Or until cooked through -- this may depend on the size of t he meatballs you decide to make . You can use any bottled pasta sauce or use one of your favourite homemade ones.
5
Put over pasta.

1865

kcal

Calories

Fat

253

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slices white bread, crusts removed, 1/4 cup milk, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 crushed garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Calabrian 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.

Calabrian Meatballs

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