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5 reviews | 8 comments
Years ago I had an Italian neighbor who became a close friend. I always commented on her delicious meatballs and one day she shared the recipe with me. I have made them ever since about the same way. You can vary the meats using what's on hand, but I usually select lean ground beef, turkey, chicken or lamb, with an equal amount of sausage; or 1 part beef with 1 part turkey sausage. The base recipe can be used with your favorite pasta sauce. Recently I served these meatballs with spinach ravioli and alfredo sauce and they were scrumptious!
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Servings: 8-10
| Tags: | Italian |
Ingredients
Cost per serving$1.53view details
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 pound pork sausage (I prefer reduced-fat)
- 2/3 cup prepared Italian style bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (I used Grana Padano)
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup finely minced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dry Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Small amount cooking oil
Directions
- In large mixing bowl, measure the meats, bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, onion, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until well combined. Form into 2-inch size balls.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a non-stick large skillet over medium heat (I use 2 separate skillets to get meatballs done at same time.)
- Cook meatballs until well browned, turning occasionally (approximately 15-20 minutes; I add a lid toward the end to steam through to centers.)
- Serve with spaghetti sauce or alfredo sauce.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 146g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories366 | |
| Calories from Fat236 | 64% |
| Total Fat26.21g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat9.37g | 37% |
| Trans Fat0.65g | |
| Cholesterol129mg | 43% |
| Sodium678mg | 28% |
| Potassium372mg | 11% |
| Total Carbs7.77g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber0.6g | 2% |
| Sugars0.96g | 1% |
| Protein23.18g | 37% |
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Arturo Féliz-Camilo
October 9, 2011This one I'll definitely prepare! Thanks!
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Stacey Maupin Torres
October 9, 2011Fabulous, Claudia! I have been searching for an authentic Italian meatball recipe for ages - not just ground beef. I'm so in love with this. Think I'll do it tomorrow with lean ground beef and hot Italian turkey sausage - or a bit of lamb ... This looks soooo good!
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Bobby Lovera
August 19, 2012My mom's recipe is almost the same as yours!
I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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Diana
October 23, 2013I made these meatballs last night, and they are the best ones I have every made/tasted. My son and husband couldn't stop raving about them either. This recipe is one I will continue to turn to whenever I make meatballs. This weekend I am going to double the recipe and freeze them.
I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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Elaine
February 2, 2015Born and raised Italian with parents and grandparents from Italy. I can assure you that these are authentic Italian meatballs. We do not put onion in our meatballs, and we add 1 tsp fresh home dried basil with a dash or two of Italian seasoning. Either way, these are delicious!
I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
This is a variation
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Connie
March 28, 2014
I will definately try this recipe!
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Annie M
December 17, 2013
These sound really good! I've saved it to try. I used to make a really good meatball.. I never wrote the recipe down because I made them so much and I just threw this and that in never measuring. This sounds a lot like mine except most of the time I throw in some crushed hot peppers. Thank you for sharing.
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ShaleeDP
January 17, 2013
I still seek for the best tasting meatballs that will kick my taste buds. I have my own meatball recipe that is loved by my family, but still wanting another variety.
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Salad Foodie
September 2, 2012
Thanks for your feedback Elaine. Can you suggest the "few other ingredients" missing?
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Elaine
August 29, 2012
This is almost my grandmother's recipe, but leave out the onion, and a few other ingredients are missing. But I am certain these are also very good and delicious. Other meats besides beef and pork will change the flavor some or considerably. Add a little kick with a dash of cayenne or ground red pepper, and saluto!
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Salad Foodie
August 20, 2012
Bobby ~ Great! That's confirmation my Italian Meatballs recipe is fairly authentic. Thanks for your feedback.
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Veronica Gantley
March 13, 2012
I am always looking for a great Meatball recipe. I bookmarked it for later. Thanks for sharing with us.
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Salad Foodie
October 9, 2011
Thanks for the comment Arturo. I read your profile and enjoyed it - and I identify with your mom in cooking preferences, though I enjoy "less healthy" cuisines at times like most others too! Several of your recipes look very appetizing and I'll make a point to try some. Will follow you and see what new things you post!
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