When it comes to creating the ultimate super moist Italian meatball, there are a few key elements that must be considered. First and foremost, the selection of meat is crucial. A combination of ground beef and ground pork provides the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Additionally, incorporating bread crumbs and eggs helps bind the meatballs together and adds an element of moisture. However, the real secret to achieving super moist meatballs lies in the addition of a secret ingredient: grated parmesan cheese. The cheese not only enhances the flavor of the meatballs but also helps retain moisture during the cooking process.
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KITTENCAL'S ITALIAN MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH MEATBALLS
Cooking the meatballs in simmering pasta sauce will not only add so much extra flavor to the sauce the meatballs will be melt-in-your-mouth tender, you may of course oven-bake the meatballs for about 25 minutes, --- don't be afraid to add in more Parmesan cheese and a little more milk, there is no need to measure exactly, this recipe is pretty much foolproof, leftover cooked meatballs make a wonderful pizza topping just slice thinly and freeze until ready to use ----- these also make wonderful juicy burgers shaped into patties-- for more of my tried and true recipes check out my food blog at www.kittencalskitchen.com
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Meat
Time 50m
Yield 1 1/2 pounds
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Shape into small meatballs (at this point you can place on a jelly-roll/baking sheet and freeze to use later, or cover with plastic wrap refrigerate up to 24 hours before using).
- Drop the meatballs into simmering pasta sauce, do not stir for at least 20 minutes or you will risk breaking the meatballs.
- Continue cooking in the simmering sauce for another 20 minutes (depending on how fast your sauce is simmering 40 minutes total should fully cook the meatballs).
- After the 40 minutes cooking time continue cooking your sauce with the meatballs in for as long as desired.
- **note** you may also bake the meatballs at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes or until cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1312.6, Fat 84.2, SaturatedFat 35, Cholesterol 469.4, Sodium 2615.7, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 107.2
SUPER TENDER ITALIAN MEATBALLS
Super Tender Italian Meatballs. Loaded with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley and garlic. They melt in your mouth and are incredibly tender. Takes less than 30 minutes to make!
Provided by Kelley Simmons
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine milk and lemon juice in a small bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes. You will see curds at the top.
- Add bread to a small bowl and pour the buttermilk over the bread. Allow the bread to soak up all the milk and mix a little with your hands. Add the bread mixture to a large bowl.
- Meanwhile add olive oil to a small skillet. Add in onion and sauté until tender about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in garlic and sauté for one minute.
- Add onion and garlic to the bowl with the bread along with the beef, pork, cheese, eggs, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
- Combine the mixture using your hands just until combined. Try not to over work the meatballs. The mixture will be wet. Let stand for a couple of minutes before rolling.
- Roll out 16 meatballs. I make them the size of golf balls.
- Drizzle a skillet with olive oil. Over high heat sear the meatballs on all sides to brown. About 1-2 minutes on each side. (If meatball sticks to the pan give it more time before flipping). Also be careful when flipping meatballs they are pretty fragile.
- Place meatballs on a baking sheet and cook for 10 minutes. They will be slightly undercooked on the inside but they will continue to cook as they come out of the oven. If this is an issue leave in the oven for longer (5 minutes) or simmer in tomato sauce for a few minutes.
- Serve the meatballs immediately with your favorite tomato sauce and pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Sodium 171 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
THE JUICIEST MEAT BALLS EVER
Provided by George Duran
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield about 20 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soak the bread crumbs in the milk while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Put the beef and pork into a large bowl. Add the onion, butter, eggs, and parsley and season well with salt and pepper. Put the soaked bread crumbs into the bowl and mix it all together well with your (clean) hands. Form the mixture into meatballs about the size of ping pong balls.
- Heat about 1/4-inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
GREAT-GRANDMA'S ITALIAN MEATBALLS
My great-grandmother started this easy meatball recipe with our family. We use ground beef and turkey for these meatballs, and the flavor's so good, you won't miss the extra calories. -Audrey Colantino, Winchester, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, seasonings and onion mixture. Add turkey and beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., Place meatballs on a rack coated with cooking spray in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until lightly browned and cooked through, 18-22 minutes. If desired, serve with pasta and pasta sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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
SUPER MOIST ITALIAN MEATBALLS
Craving some tender and juicy meatballs?? Give this recipe a try! The two secrets are the extra eggs, and cooking the meatballs in the sauce, instead of pre-baking or frying them. Ground chuck or a 50/50 mix of chuck and sirloin work best for full flavor and moistness.
Provided by ItalianMan
Categories Meat
Time 1h5m
Yield 25-30 meatballs, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine beef, bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, garlic, pepper, salt, and wine. Mix well.
- Shape mixture into 1-1/2" or 2" meatballs.
- In a large pot, bring sauce to a boil. Add meatballs one at a time, and simmer over medium-low heat for 40-45 minutes.
- Serve over pasta, or on hoagie buns for meatball subs.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs.
- Don't overwork the meat. Overworking the meat will make the meatballs tough.
- Use a light touch when mixing the ingredients. You don't want to overmix the meatballs, or they will be tough.
- Let the meatballs rest before cooking. This will help them hold their shape.
- Cook the meatballs over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the meatballs. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Marinara sauce is a classic choice, but you can also use Alfredo sauce, pesto sauce, or any other sauce that you like.
Conclusion:
These super moist Italian meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be cooked in the oven or on the stovetop. Serve them with your favorite sauce and enjoy!
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