Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 cloves

Garlic

Finely Chopped And Sauteed

0.5 pounds

Ground Beef

0.5 pounds

Ground Pork

0.5 pounds

Ground Veal

2 unit

Eggs

Lightly Beaten

0.25 cup

Parmesan Cheese

Grated

0.25 cup

Dry Bread Crumbs

0.25 cup

Parsley

Finely Chopped

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

1 cup

Olive Oil

24 unit

Pasta Sauce

Step 1
~7 min

Finely chop the garlic and sauté it in olive oil for 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 2
~7 min

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, ground veal, eggs, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~7 min

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well-combined.

Step 4
~7 min

Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.

Step 5
~7 min

Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 6
~7 min

Add the meatballs to the pan.

Step 7
~7 min

Fry the meatballs, cooking on each side until lightly browned, approximately 10-15 minutes. Do not cook all the way through.

Step 8
~7 min

Transfer the browned meatballs to a pot of tomato sauce.

Step 9
~7 min

Simmer the meatballs in the tomato sauce on medium-low heat for about 45 minutes, or until cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mixture of meats for the best flavor.

Don't overmix the meatball mixture to prevent tough meatballs.

Simmering in sauce for a longer time enhances the flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with pasta, polenta, or rice.

Serve as a sandwich filling.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A classic comfort food enjoyed worldwide.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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