Using a 1 ounce scoop, scoop and shape the meat mixture into balls. I made them for friends both times (we’re in lockdown in Melbourne, so we meet half-way and do an exchange of food). Adjust Sauce salt and pepper to taste. If you’re thinking what I think you are – get your mind out of the gutter and just imagine how convenient that would be!!! Nagi, these are delicious! Verdict: Yum. This meatball recipe was given to me by my father who got it from a little old lady from Italy that he knew. Your email address will not be published. As a single guy, I usually like to make bigger portions of meals and freeze some for another time. Beef Ribs in BBQ Sauce – slow cooked short ribs! In today's society this doesn't work for the modern family. lightly packed cup of diced white sandwich bread, , finely chopped (white, brown or yellow). Thank you so much . I simmered them in the sauce and I added basil oregano garlic salt and crushed garlic and let it simmer for 45 minutes. Updated with new photos, video and commentary in August 2018. I'm keeping this one on file:). !” – Angie, 18 August 2017, * And her head swells….. though also, she is actually just really happy to think about all the meatballs being made and enjoyed by people in the far corners of this big wide world*. I find using dry bread crumbs in meatballs tends to make them hard as a rock so I moisten them with half cup of milk (stir well) before adding to the meat mixture and they turned out very moist. 1. My meatballs will be served to the Firefighters in two days. Secondly and I've already mentioned this but who simmers sauce with meatballs for 4 HOURS? (Note 5). They all burned on the bottom. These were pretty good. Thank you. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, oregano, parsley and garlic. They've just come out of the oven and are sitting in my sauce where they will cool to room temperature and go in the fridge till Monday. Thanks Nagi! (They're fantastic cooked a day or two ahead, too! It’s healthier and they stay nice and round, though they are not quite as juicy as pan frying (sear = trapped juices). Mix in onion soup mix and seasoned bread crumbs. I was very pleased with the easiness and delicious flavor. If I leave out the cheese should I add more salt? Yummity yummity yum. It was AMAZING and got a 10/10 from a very fussy guest. I’m so glad you enjoyed them though! Might try to work with this one a little. Heat 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil in a large non stick fry pan over medium high heat. I simmered them with sauce for 30 minutes and even before the simmering the meatballs were not overly dry or crumbly however I will suggest you add 1 egg to the mix. Join my free email list to receive THREE free cookbooks! I halved the recipe and changed: Parsley to Italian Seasoning Garlic to Garlic Salt I also added salt and pepper pretty heavily. Yes 100% Sanjeev, they are perfect to have a stash in the freezer for emergencies! Italian Meatballs (Extra Soft and Juicy!). My meatballs will be served to the Firefighters in two days. Roll meatballs to about the size of a golf ball. I'm cooking a batch for my local Firefighters right now! If you're going to buy 3 POUNDS of beef then you may as well buy FRESH parsley and oregano too! Thanks Nagi! Nutrition per serving assuming 5 servings, meatballs only. Drop raw meatballs into large (I use a stock pot) pot of sauce. https://www.food.com/recipe/authentic-italian-meatballs-92095 Meatball recipes are often challenged by chefs who claim, "Mine are the best!" Even though my meatballs ARE the best, I will make no such claim. Thank you Nagi!!! Repeat with remaining mixture. Use hands to mix well. Hey Nagi, this looks amazing and hope to try it this weekend. This is going to be my current family pass down to future generations.” – Rosemary, 19 March, 2018, “… we had a meatball cook off at work… and guess who won!!!! Reheating them will be fabulous!). I'm not sure why you would want to simmer meatballs for 4 or 5 hours - 20 minutes worked out well for me. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil into the fry pan. Soaked bread = soft meatalls. each of the spices, 3/4 C crumbs, 1/2 package onion soup), and added 1 egg. https://www.recipetineats.com/classic-italian-meatballs-extra-soft-and-juicy This recipe turned out very well and reminds me of the ones I grew up with as a child. Another dinner winner from you Nagi. I love hearing how you went with my recipes! I followed the advise of AMFISCHER about cutting back on the spices but the one thing that I changed was that I didn't brown the meatballs first. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. They ended up being really dry. I use grated onion – see next point. So here we go: “Your meatball recipe is the same as my Italian Nonna! Any of my Meatball recipes can be baked. One hour in the oven was far too long even though I make BIG meatballs. 2. When they are browned but NOT cooked through, carefully transfer them onto a plate. But until such time, this is the most efficient way I’ve been able to come up with for rolling meatballs. These meatballs were so overpowering with oregano. or would you add it desperately, Would shredded carrots be good to add in sauce or in meatballs? definitely will make again. * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent. I don't get the high review for this recipe. YUM! I believe you can make great food with everyday ingredients even if you’re short on time and cost conscious. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Just a question, my daughter hates cheese and I was wondering how these meatballs would taste without the Parmesan cheese? The one thing that sets this meatball recipe apart from others? I have often wished for someone to invent a compact meatball rolling device. I've had frozen meatballs that tasted better - and are cheaper than making your own. I used Helgas GF white bread and found that it didn’t quite disintegrate as described, so I added a bit of milk to the onion+bread mixture. Bush walk. 841 calories; protein 40.3g 81% DV; carbohydrates 65.6g 21% DV; fat 45.1g 69% DV; cholesterol 133.9mg 45% DV; sodium 2164.2mg 87% DV. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved, The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified. © Copyright 2020, 18 Easy Halloween Treats Kids Can Help Make, 15 Warm Squash Soups for Cool Fall Nights, 15 of the World's Best Savory Beef Stew Recipes, 8 Ways to Season and Sweeten Pumpkin Seeds, 13 Easy Pork Chop Recipes Inspired by World Cuisines, 15 Fall Fruit Salads That Celebrate Autumn Flavors, 15 Fresh Green Bean Recipes to Mix Up Your Dinner Sides, These 15 Meatless Chili Recipes Prove You Don't Need Beef, 12 Vegetable-Friendly Side Dishes for the Mediterranean Diet, 18 Spicy Korean Recipes That Showcase Gochujang Chile Paste, Nutrition )” – Dan, 20 July, 2018, “This recipe is better than my Italian family’s .….. It still tastes fantastic! Can the uncooked meatballs be frozen to be used later? Reduce heat and simmer for 4 hours. Amount is based on available nutrient data. I then browned the meatballs on the stovetop and simmered them for about 20 minutes in two bottles of spaghetti sauce. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl by hand. While the meatballs are cooking, cook your pasta of choice. Place in the prepared pan and bake in a preheated oven for 1 hour or until meatballs are browned and cooked through. They can certainly be cooked quickly and served with store-bought spaghetti sauce, but meatballs just get better and better if they're allowed to simmer in the sauce for several hours. Soak sandwich bread with grated onion. Info. Add the remaining Sauce ingredients. SingleGuyWhoCooks? Originally published August 2015. Halving the recipe gave me about 15 meatballs a pretty decent sized ones at that. The bread puffs up when cooked, making these meatballs extra soft and juicy. SingleGuyWhoCooks? Also if you're going to simmer them for 4 HOURS there's little need to cook them in the first place much less fully-cooked! Reheating them will be fabulous!). . I don’t want to blow my own horn, but I’m determined to do everything I can to make you want to try these meatballs and if that means a mini brag sheet, then so be it. Measure out a heaped tablespoon and roll lightly to form a ball. I guess your family didn't cook like this when you were little! I added a ‘splash’ of balsamic vinegar and red wine (no more than a tblsoon of each). I used half pork & half veal mince as my husband cannot have much red meat & they turned out perfect, still nice & moist. Carnitas (Mexican Slow Cooker Pulled Pork). Congrats! Soak bread in grated onion = better flavour. Baked meatballs seasoned with oregano and garlic, simmered in spaghetti sauce. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. You’ve made our lockdown that little bit better. This is a good recipe simply because it is so easy to change ingredients as you go and can alter to taste.