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Take the ground beef and ground pork out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes prior to making the meatballs so they can come to room temperature.
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It is easier to cook meat evenly when it is not ice cold.
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Place 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on a plate or in a bowl and set aside.
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In a large bowl place the ground beef and ground pork.
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Add all the rest of the ingredients and mix lightly but completely.
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Preheat a 12 skillet on medium-high heat.
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Using a metal scoop, form meatballs without rolling them too much and place in the skillet.
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I find it easier to form all of the meatballs and set them aside before I start cooking.
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Place about 14 meatballs in the skillet making sure to not overcrowd the pan.
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Cook, uncovered, for 2 to 3 minutes per side (yes, meatballs have more than two sides) for a total of about 12-14 minutes per batch.
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Remember that all stoves dont cook the same and the time may need to be adjusted by a few minutes plus or minus.
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I use a gas stove.
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When they are done, remove the meatballs from the pan and roll them in the Parmesan.
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Set aside on a plate or in a bowl.
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Continue until all the meatballs are cooked through and rolled in the Parmesan.
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Serve as a dinner or an appetizer.
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You can also toss them in cooked marinara sauce and eat with pasta.
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Makes approximately 32 meatballs.
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Enjoy!
