Italian Meatballs Recipe

Name: Italian Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup milk; 4 slices bread, torn in small pieces; 1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed; 1 lb ground beef; 1 lb ground pork; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 cups white onions, finely chopped; 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, pressed; 2 teaspoons italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or more to taste)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup milk
4 slices bread, torn in small pieces
1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups white onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
3 garlic cloves, pressed
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or more to taste)

1
In a small pot on medium, add milk and heat until just warm. Soak torn bread in hot milk and stir gently until mixture is combined. Transfer to a bowl to cool off.
2
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients including the milk/bread mixture. Place cling film on top, making sure it touches meat to prevent from dryness. Transfer to the fridge for 1 hour.
3
Preheat oven to 425u00b0F. 60 minutes later, wet hands slightly and form mixture into 2-inchs balls. Place them on a large baking sheet lined with foil, slightly greased. Transfer to preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
4
Remove from heat and flip meatballs. Reduce heat to 375u00b0F and place them back in the oven; bake for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before adding to a tomato sauce. Makes 35 meatballs.

899

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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: 1/2 cup milk, 4 slices bread, torn in small pieces, 1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed, 1 lb ground beef, and more.

Yes, Italian 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.

Italian Meatballs

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