Best 6 My Mothers Meatballs Recipes
In the culinary realm of comfort food, few dishes evoke memories of home and hearth quite like meatballs. These succulent orbs of ground meat, skillfully seasoned and lovingly crafted, have been passed down through generations, embodying the essence of culinary heritage. In this article, we embark on a delectable journey to discover the best recipe for "My Mother's Meatballs"—a timeless classic that promises to tantalize taste buds and warm hearts.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MOM'S MEATBALLS
In El Dorado, Arkansas, Dorothy Smith bakes a large batch of moist meatballs that are tender and flavorful. Serve some for dinner and freeze the extras for the two tasty recipes that follow.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the onion, ketchup, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and crackers. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. Serve meatballs immediately, or refrigerate or freeze for use in other recipes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MOM'S MEATBALLS
Scrumptious meatballs from Mom. Mom never browned them first if she was using in her spaghetti sauce. See her recipe for sauce posted in my recipes, recipe #210729. She would drop them in raw and let them simmer for 40 mins. You will have to skim off any excess fat that rises to the top of the sauce if done this way. Or you can saute them first or bake in the oven before adding them to the sauce. No need to skim off any grease if pre-cooked.
Provided by Doozie
Categories Meat
Time 55m
Yield 25 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together lightly.
- Add to Mom's Spaghetti Sauce (posted here).
- Simmer 40 minutes.
ULRIKA'S MOTHER'S MEATBALLS
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix potato, onion, and milk with the spices and set aside for 10 minutes. Add the meat and mix well. Fry a test meatball to make sure that the flavor is perfect. If not, add more salt, pepper, or spices. Roll small meatballs and place them on a wet plate. Fry them in butter until golden brown.
ULRIKA'S MOTHER'S MEATBALLS
Provided by Food Network
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix potato, onion, and milk with the spices and set aside for 10 minutes. Add the meat and mix well. Fry a test meatball to make sure that the flavor is perfect. If not, add more salt, pepper, or spices. Roll small meatballs and place them on a wet plate. Fry them in butter until golden brown.
GRANDMA'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS
My mother made these hearty meatballs when we were growing up, and now my kids love them, too. My daughter likes to help shake the meatballs in flour. -Karin Ness, Big Lake, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix first 4 ingredients. Add beef and sausage; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls; toss with 1/4 cup flour, coating lightly., In a large skillet, brown meatballs over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until meatballs are cooked through, 5-6 minutes., Remove meatballs with a slotted spoon. Mix the remaining flour and broth until smooth; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Return meatballs to pan; heat through. Serve with mashed potatoes. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 846mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
DOM'S MOM'S TENDER MEATBALLS
I got this recipe from my Cooking Light friends though this isn't exactly a light recipe! But it's oh so good!
Provided by greysangel
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h10m
Yield 30 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly; let stand 1/2 hour. Shape into medium-sized meatballs. Fry gently in olive oil until lightly brown, or place on foil in a cookie sheet and bake in a 350 oven for 30 minutes.
- Gently place in your own hot spaghetti sauce and cook on medium-low heat for one hour.
Tips:
- Choose the right meat: A combination of ground beef and pork is classic, but you can also use lamb, veal, or turkey. If using a leaner meat, add some ground pork or bacon to keep the meatballs moist.
- Use fresh bread crumbs: Fresh bread crumbs will help to keep the meatballs light andfluffy. You can make your own bread crumbs by toasting and then grinding up pieces of bread, or you can buy them at the store.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing will make the meatballs tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Brown the meatballs before simmering them: Browning the meatballs will help to develop their flavor and prevent them from falling apart.
- Use a variety of spices: Italian seasoning, garlic, onion, and parsley are all classic meatball spices. Feel free to experiment with other spices that you like, such as basil, oregano, or thyme.
- Use a combination of cooking methods: Browning the meatballs in a skillet and then simmering them in a sauce is the best way to achieve tender, flavorful meatballs.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce: Meatballs are delicious served with tomato sauce, marinara sauce, or even a simple gravy. You can also add them to soups, stews, and sandwiches.
Conclusion:
Meatballs are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a little planning and effort, you can make meatballs that are sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!
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