In the realm of culinary arts, Italian meatball seasoning stands as a symphony of flavors, a harmonious blend of aromatic herbs, zesty spices, and savory ingredients that transforms ordinary ground meat into extraordinary culinary delights. Whether you seek to craft classic meatballs immersed in a rich tomato sauce, or venture into innovative dishes where meatballs take center stage, the right seasoning is the key to unlocking a world of taste sensations. This guide will unveil the secrets of crafting the perfect Italian meatball seasoning, guiding you through the selection of essential ingredients, exploring variations that cater to diverse palates, and providing tips to elevate your meatballs to new heights of flavor.
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PERFECTLY SEASONED ITALIAN MEATBALLS
Meatballs for those who are not confident "seasoners". I developed this one day when I wanted to make homemade meatballs and wanted to use what I had in my kitchen instead of buying more ingredients at the store. It uses a packets of readily available seasoning mix and bread slices instead of bread crumbs. And it makes a really large batch so there are plenty for a crowd or enough to make ahead and freeze for later. You can also use any extra mixture for meat loaf! Very versatile and a universal crowd pleaser.
Provided by Callu
Categories Meat
Time 1h30m
Yield 3-4 meatballs, 15-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- In larger sized mixing bowl mix together milk and eggs.
- Break bread in pieces and soak in milk-egg mixture until bread falls apart and it becomes a fairly well mixed consistency.
- Add in seasoning packets and all optional seasoning. Stir until well incorporated.
- Take off all rings and jewelry and add ground meat to mixture. Use your hands to mix until all ingredients are well blended.
- Mix in parmesan cheese.
- Allow mixture to rest for about 15 minutes. This gives it a chance to firm up so it will be easier to work with.
- Form into balls that are between the size of a walnut and an apricot, they will be soft so be gentle.
- Place on cookie sheets and try to space out enough that they don't touch once on the pan. I do 20 to 30 per pan depending on how much of a hurry I am inches.
- Bake at 400 for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through. If I feel vigilant I broil them for about 5 minutes right at the end. If you skip that step they are still tasty.
- Pull out of oven and cool on the pan or drain on paper towels if you so desire.
- Eat them as appetizers or add to your favorite pasta dish.
- NOTE: If this is a larger batch than you plan to eat you can freeze extras for later use. One other option is to roll out as many as you want and use the rest of the mixture to make meat loaf. Put meat mixture in a loaf pan and bake it at 350 for an hour. Drain excess fat off when you pull pan out of the oven and then allow to cool completely in the pans before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.3, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 262.5, Carbohydrate 10.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.8, Protein 8.5
ITALIAN MEATBALL SEASONING
Kathy Nieratko serves these meatballs with spaghetti sauce over pasta or in Italian rolls. "I also use the seasoning mix for meat loaf and veal Parmesan," she writes from Fair Haven, Vermont.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200°. Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. Turn; bake until dried, 15-20 minutes loner. Place bread in a blender or food processor; cover and process until crumbly. Add seasonings. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 2 batches (about 2 cups total)., To prepare meatballs: In a bowl, combine eggs, milk, 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil; cook until meat is no longer pink. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
ITALIAN MEATBALL PERFECTION
This is one you'll be proud to present at parties! If you allow the meatballs to cool and then freeze, they make amazing, convenient meals!
Provided by Jennifer DeMent
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
- Combine bread crumbs, eggs, Romano cheese, garlic, parsley, anchovy paste, and salt in a large bowl. Mix until eggs are well beaten. Add ground beef and sausage; mix to combine. Add milk and stir until mixture comes together.
- Scoop out and roll together 2 tablespoons of mixture per meatball. Place meatballs very close together on the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into a meatball reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 151.4 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1384.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
ITALIAN MEATBALL MIX
"I keep this blend for moist meatballs in the fridge for a quick Italian meal," relates Lois Crissman of Mansfield, Ohio. "Sometimes my daughter stops by on her way home from work, so a cupful will be missing and I'll find a little note on the refrigerator door."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 16 meatballs per batch.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months. Yield: 4 batches (about 4 cups total). , To prepare meatballs: In a large bowl, combine egg and 1 cup meatball mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , In a skillet, brown meatballs; drain. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g 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
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
- Let the meatball mixture rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help the flavors to meld together.
- Cook the meatballs over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from drying out.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Marinara sauce is a classic choice, but you can also try Alfredo sauce, pesto sauce, or even a simple tomato sauce.
Conclusion:
Italian meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve them with spaghetti, rice, or a simple salad, they are sure to be a hit. With a few simple tips, you can make the best Italian meatballs that will impress your family and friends.
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