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Grandma's Ultimate Meatballs

Cultural Context

Meatballs are a staple in Italian cuisine, often associated with family gatherings and comfort food. This recipe is a cherished family tradition, passed down through generations, reflecting the warmth and love of home-cooked meals. They are versatile and can be served in various ways, from pasta dishes to sandwiches, making them a favorite for many occasions.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 large egg
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups tomato sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a healthier, dairy-free option, while pecorino is often cheaper.

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.

3

Mix the ingredients until well combined.

4

Form the mixture into meatballs of desired size.

5

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

6

Brown the meatballs on all sides in the skillet, then transfer to a baking dish.

7

Pour tomato sauce over the meatballs in the baking dish.

8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.

9

Serve hot with pasta or on a sub roll.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Italian MeatballsNonna's Meatballs
Local Name: Polpette della Nonna

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