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Almost Grandma's Meatballs
5
stars (1 rating)
Prep Time:
10
minutes
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Cook Time:
20
minutes
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Inactive Time:
30
minutes
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Servings:
8
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Ingredients
4
cloves
garlic
½
medium yellow onion
,
cut into chunks
1 ½
pounds
ground beef
,
80/20 blend
½
cup
whole milk
2
large eggs
1
cup
Italian-style breadcrumbs
⅓
cup
parsley
,
chopped finely
¼
cup
grated pecorino
¼
cup
grated Parmigiano Reggiano
½
teaspoon
salt
¼
teaspoon
freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil
,
for frying
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
Using a mini food processor, puree the garlic and onion, scraping down the sides, as needed; a few little chunks are fine; transfer to a large bowl.
Add the ground beef, milk, eggs, breadcrumbs, parsley, pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano, salt and pepper.
Using your hands, gently mix until all ingredients are combined; do not mash or overmix the mixture.
Refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
Fill a large, high-sided skillet with a 1-inch of vegetable oil, and heat to 350-degrees.
Meanwhile, using a ¼ cup scoop, portion the meat.
Gently roll each portion into a ball, being sure not to pack the meat too tight.
Fry the meatballs in batches, cooking each side until deep brown, about 1-2 per side.
Transfer the meatballs to the prepared sheet pan.
Bake to an internal temperature of 165°F, about 12 to 15 minutes.
Alternatively, you can finish cooking the meatballs in simmering marinara sauce for 30 minutes.
Serve with a good tomato sauce and your favorite pasta.
Notes
If you want to avoid frying, bake the meatballs in a 400°F oven to an internal temperature of 165°F, about 20 to 25 minutes.
Course:
Main Course
Author:
Anthony Michael Contrino