Follow these steps for perfect results
Garlic
Finely Chopped And Sauteed
Ground Beef
Ground Pork
Ground Veal
Eggs
Lightly Beaten
Parmesan Cheese
Grated
Dry Bread Crumbs
Parsley
Finely Chopped
Salt
Pepper
Olive Oil
Pasta Sauce
Finely chop the garlic and sauté it in olive oil for 2 minutes until fragrant.
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, ground veal, eggs, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well-combined.
Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the meatballs to the pan.
Fry the meatballs, cooking on each side until lightly browned, approximately 10-15 minutes. Do not cook all the way through.
Transfer the browned meatballs to a pot of tomato sauce.
Simmer the meatballs in the tomato sauce on medium-low heat for about 45 minutes, or until cooked through.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Meatballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve meatballs over pasta or polenta, garnished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Serve with pasta, polenta, or rice.
Serve as a sandwich filling.
A classic Italian pairing.
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