GRANDMA'S ITALIAN MEATBALLS
This recipe is from my Italian grandmother. The one change she made to get with the times was to use Ragu sauce instead of homemade, and she declared that it still tasted just as good. It's never failed to impress the people I make it for. My husband says these meatballs have forever ruined him to other people's, or even restaurant meatballs. The real secret is in the time you take to slowly cook the meatballs in the sauce. Don't skimp and just toss the sauce on and eat it. It will still taste good, but not anything like it should be. The raisins are meant to absorb the acidity and impart a little sweetness to the sauce. This recipe can easily be multiplied to feed more people.
Provided by Buckdawna
Categories Meat
Time 4h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix ground beef, garlic, bread crumbs, egg, basil, parmesan cheese, and parsley until combined. Do not overwork meatball mixture.
- Make golfball size meatballs with meatball mixture.
- Brown meatballs in a frying pan over medium heat, or bake at 375 degrees F for about 10 minutes, until cooked through.
- Combine browned meatballs in a pot with sauce and raisins.
- Cook covered, simmering gently over low heat, for at least 3 hours and up to 5 hours, stirring gently occasionaly.
- If sauce becomes too thick over the course of cooking, a small amount of water can be added to thin it.
- Serve over spaghetti, on rolls, or however your heart desires.
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Salman Mode
[email protected]I'm going to make these meatballs for my next potluck. I know everyone will love them.
Kevin Wiggins
[email protected]These meatballs are a delicious and affordable meal.
Mel'z Channel
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my meatballs turned out dry and crumbly.
Anusha Thebuwana
[email protected]The meatballs were a bit too dense for my liking.
Diakordo Sow
[email protected]I've tried other Italian meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best.
Richard Gift
[email protected]These meatballs are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Hafez Vai
[email protected]I made these meatballs for my family and they loved them. My kids even asked for seconds!
Sampath Palihawadana
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too acidic for my taste.
Kettia Oxilus
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these ones were really good. I'll definitely be making them again.
As Hp
[email protected]These meatballs are so versatile. I've served them with spaghetti, mashed potatoes, and even rice.
Faizankhan Faizankhan
[email protected]The meatballs were a little bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
bobi wine
[email protected]I added a little bit of garlic powder and Italian seasoning to the meatballs and they were delicious.
metun paul
[email protected]I've been making these meatballs for years and they're always a crowd pleaser. They're perfect for any occasion.
Chinan Kris
[email protected]The meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was spot on.
whatamIdoingwithmylife
[email protected]I love how easy these meatballs are to make. I can have them on the table in under an hour.
Suresh Dhami
[email protected]These meatballs were a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone raved about how tender and flavorful they were.