Sammy's Italian Meatballs Recipe

Name: Sammy's Italian Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large yellow onion, diced; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 5 pounds Italian ground sausage; 5 pounds ground beef, 80/20 blend; 2 cups breadcrumbs; 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1 cup shredded asiago cheese; 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard; 2 tablespoons dried oregano; 2 tablespoons dried thyme; 4 eggs; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Serving suggestions: marinara sauce, spaghetti and/or sub roll

Servings: persons

1 large yellow onion, diced
1 tablespoon canola oil
5 pounds Italian ground sausage
5 pounds ground beef, 80/20 blend
2 cups breadcrumbs
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup shredded asiago cheese
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried thyme
4 eggs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Serving suggestions: marinara sauce, spaghetti and/or sub roll

1
In a saute pan over medium-high heat, cook the diced onions and canola oil until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Place the ground sausage, beef, breadcrumbs, cream, cheese, mustard, oregano, thyme, eggs and some salt and pepper in large mixing bowl.
3
Add the sauteed onions to the bowl and mix the ingredients by hand, until completely incorporated.
4
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
5
Form the meatball mixture by hand into balls slightly larger than a golf ball, repeat for the remaining meat.
6
Place all the meatballs on a sheet pan and cook until fully cooked throughout, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
7
Drain all excess grease and let the meatballs cool.
8
Serve alone with some marinara sauce, with spaghetti and marinara or in a meatball sub sandwich.

2258

kcal

Calories

172

Fat

Carbs

126

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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large yellow onion, diced, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 5 pounds Italian ground sausage, 5 pounds ground beef, 80/20 blend, and more.

Yes, Sammy's 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.

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Sammy's Italian Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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