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Nonna’s Homemade Italian Meatballs

Nonna’s Homemade Italian Meatballs That Melt in Your Mouth

Discover Nonna’s Homemade Italian Meatballs, a comforting blend of flavors that embodies family traditions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef For a lighter option, consider using ground turkey.
  • 1 cup Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs Soak in milk for extra tenderness.
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk Low-fat milk works as a substitute.
  • 1 large Eggs
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can be used for a sharper taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; dried parsley is a good alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional; for a hint of heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For browning meatballs.
For the Marinara Sauce
  • 3 cups Marinara Sauce Cooking base for meatballs.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • large skillet
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Italian seasoned breadcrumbs and whole milk. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and spices. Gently mix until just combined.
  3. Scoop out a portion of the meat mixture and roll it into a ball about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the meatballs for about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Transfer the meatballs to a large pot containing your marinara sauce. Ensure they fit snugly.
  6. Cover the pot and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate the shaped meatballs for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

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