Joey Pots And Pans Famous Meatball Recipe

Name: Joey Pots And Pans Famous Meatball Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh 15% fat ground beef; 3/4 lb fresh ground ground lean pork; 1 large red onion, 1/4-inch Dice; 8 ounces plain breadcrumbs, Unseasoned; 8 -12 ounces parmesan cheese; 6 jalapeno peppers, seeded 1/4-inch Dice; 12 large garlic cloves, 1/4-inch Dice; 8 ounces very lean bacon, Fat Removed, 1/4-inch Dice; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, course chop; 2 eggs; 2 tablespoons water; fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs fresh 15% fat ground beef
3/4 lb fresh ground ground lean pork
1 large red onion, 1/4-inch Dice
8 ounces plain breadcrumbs, Unseasoned
8 -12 ounces parmesan cheese
6 jalapeno peppers, seeded 1/4-inch Dice
12 large garlic cloves, 1/4-inch Dice
8 ounces very lean bacon, Fat Removed, 1/4-inch Dice
1 bunch fresh cilantro, course chop
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water
fresh ground pepper

1
Remove Beef and Pork from fridge, bring to room temp in a large bowl or pot.
2
In separate batches saute Onion, Jalapeno and Garlic until soft, add to meat. Saute Bacon until cooked, add to meat. Add Bread Crumbs, Parmesan Cheese and Cilantro to meat.
3
Using your hand, combine all ingredients thoroughly.
4
Beat eggs with water, add to meat mixture, and combine thoroughly.
5
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
6
In a 10-inch non stick frying pan add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Portion meatballs to desired size and brown on all sides. Place meatballs in tomato sauce to finish cooking.
7
Meatball mixture can also be cooked in a meat loaf pan.

2611

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

161

Carbs

183

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 1/2 lbs fresh 15% fat ground beef, 3/4 lb fresh ground ground lean pork, 1 large red onion, 1/4-inch Dice, 8 ounces plain breadcrumbs, Unseasoned, and more.

Yes, Joey Pots And Pans Famous Meatball Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!