Best 4 Bonnies Italian Meatballs Recipes
Craving a delectable Italian feast? Look no further than these remarkable "Bonnie's Italian Meatballs." This culinary journey will transport you to the heart of Italy, offering an authentic taste of tradition with every bite. With a blend of savory herbs, rich tomato sauce, and tender, juicy meatballs, this dish promises a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the secrets behind crafting the perfect "Bonnie's Italian Meatballs," a dish that is sure to become a cherished family favorite.
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ITALIAN MEATBALLS
Grandma "Sini" would make these meatballs for our traditional spaghetti dinner every Sunday. They freeze well, so bake an extra batch when time allows. Then combine with your favorite homemade or purchased sauce and serve over pasta.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Soak bread in milk for 10 minutes; drain and squeeze bread. In a blender in food processor, combine the bread, eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oil, salt, pepper and allspice; cover and process until smooth., In a large bowl, combine the beef and sausage. Add bread mixture; mix well. Shape into 2-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are no longer pink; drain. In a large saucepan, heat marinara sauce; add the meatballs and heat through. , Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 25g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 1161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
ITALIAN MEATBALLS
I just plain love good meatballs!, and mine are pretty darn good! *Omit the parmesan cheese when using for other recipes that are not italian-style.
Provided by Wildflour
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large bowl, mix all dry ingredients.
- Add rest of ingredients and lightly mix, but mix well, with hands. Form into 20 meatballs.
- Place them on lightly oiled cookie sheet.
- Sprinkle tops lightly with coarse ground pepper.
- Bake in 400º over for 20-25 minutes. *Mine always take 22 minutes in my oven.
- If they are still just a little pink inside, it's ok if they are to simmer in a sauce, otherwise bake til done.
- Simmer in spaghetti sauce on low for 5-10 minutes.
- *You can omit the parmesan and use parsley instead if italian seasoning, and use these meatballs for other recipes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.6, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 152.4, Sodium 907.9, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 36.6
CHEF JOHN'S ITALIAN MEATBALLS
Homemade meatballs are a very easy to make, and since we skip the very messy step of pan-frying these before they hit the sauce, it becomes downright simple. Here I use a standard half-beef/half-pork mixture. You can substitute water or beef broth for the milk, if preferred.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 2h15m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cover a baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Soak bread crumbs in milk in a small bowl for 20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onions in hot oil until translucent, about 20 minutes.
- Mix beef and pork together in a large bowl. Stir onions, bread crumb mixture, eggs, parsley, garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, Italian herb seasoning, and Parmesan cheese into meat mixture with a rubber spatula until combined. Cover and refrigerate for about one hour.
- Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Using wet hands, form meat mixture into balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Arrange onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 192.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
AUTHENTIC ITALIAN MEATBALLS
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. Try them for yourself! This meatball recipe was given to me by my father who got it from a little old lady from Italy that he knew. It's amazing that she gave up her recipe to him, but I sure am glad she did!
Provided by InMemoryofBrats
Categories Meat
Time 3h20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in a large bowl by hand.
- Use your bare hands for best results.
- Roll meatballs to about the size of a golf ball. (wet your hands to prevent the meat from sticking to them while rolling the meat balls).
- Drop raw meatballs into large (I use a stock pot) pot of sauce.
- (I have an incredible sauce recipe {#92096} I use for my meatballs).
- Simmer for about 3 hours.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Gently mix the meatball mixture, avoid overworking it.
- Wet your hands to prevent the meatball mixture from sticking.
- Roll the meatballs into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Brown the meatballs in a skillet before simmering in sauce to develop flavor.
- Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for a moist and flavorful meatball.
- Add bread crumbs to the meatball mixture to help absorb moisture and bind the ingredients together.
- Season the meatballs generously with garlic, onion, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs.
- Simmer the meatballs in a rich tomato sauce for at least 30 minutes to infuse them with flavor.
- Serve the meatballs with spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or a crusty bread.
Conclusion:
These delicious and versatile Italian meatballs can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you serve them as an appetizer, main course, or sandwich filling, they are sure to be a hit. With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can create perfectly cooked meatballs that are bursting with flavor. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to make a batch of these irresistible meatballs!
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