Cocktail Meatballs with Spiced Tomato Jam Recipe

Name: Cocktail Meatballs with Spiced Tomato Jam
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup milk; 2 slices of white sandwich bread, crusts removed and bread torn into pieces (1 cup); 1 1/4 pounds ground beef chuck; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano cheese; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley; 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary; 1 teaspoon chopped oregano; 1/2 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika; 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing; Spiced Tomato Jam, for serving

Servings: persons

1/3 cup milk
2 slices of white sandwich bread, crusts removed and bread torn into pieces (1 cup)
1 1/4 pounds ground beef chuck
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
1 teaspoon chopped oregano
1/2 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
Spiced Tomato Jam, for serving

1
In a small bowl, pour the milk over the bread and let stand until the milk is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
2
In a large bowl, gently mix the soaked bread with the ground meat, egg, cheese, parsley, salt, rosemary, oregano, paprika, garlic and cayenne until thoroughly combined.
3
Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
4
Preheat the broiler.
5
Arrange the meatballs on a large rimmed baking sheet and brush them generously with olive oil.
6
Broil about 4 inches from the heat for about 15 minutes, until nicely browned and firm.
7
Transfer the meatballs to a serving platter and serve with the Spiced Tomato Jam.

445

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup milk, 2 slices of white sandwich bread, crusts removed and bread torn into pieces (1 cup), 1 1/4 pounds ground beef chuck, 1 large egg, lightly beaten, and more.

Yes, Cocktail Meatballs with Spiced Tomato Jam 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.

Cocktail Meatballs with Spiced Tomato Jam

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