Gorgonzola Filled Meatballs, Bay and Onion Creamy T

Name: Gorgonzola Filled Meatballs, Bay and Onion Creamy Tomato Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground veal; 1 pound ground beef; Salt and pepper; 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced; 1 large egg, plus 1 egg yolk; 2 handfuls grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 2 handfuls plain bread crumbs; 3 tablespoons sliced or finely chopped sage leaves; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 8 ounces Gorgonzola; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 fresh bay leaves; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup cream

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds ground veal
1 pound ground beef
Salt and pepper
2 cloves garlic, grated or minced
1 large egg, plus 1 egg yolk
2 handfuls grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 handfuls plain bread crumbs
3 tablespoons sliced or finely chopped sage leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces Gorgonzola
1 tablespoon butter
2 fresh bay leaves
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup chicken stock
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup cream

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Place meat in a mixing bowl and season with salt, pepper, add in garlic, eggs, cheese, bread crumbs and sage.
3
Mix meat, roll into 8 large balls and arrange in a baking dish.
4
Coat balls with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.
5
Using the end of a wooden spoon, make an indentation half way into each ball and fill the cavity with some Gorgonzola.
6
Bake until golden and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
7
Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and butter in a sauce pot over medium heat, add bay and onions and season with salt and pepper.
8
Add chicken stock and tomatoes and heat through, stir in cream, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer to thicken slightly 8 to 10 minutes.
9
Ladle sauce into shallow bowls and top with big stuffed meatballs and potatoes alongside, if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground veal, 1 pound ground beef, Salt and pepper, 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced, and more.

Yes, Gorgonzola Filled Meatballs, Bay and Onion Creamy Tomato Gravy 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.

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Gorgonzola Filled Meatballs, Bay and Onion Creamy Tomato Gravy

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