Meatballs Source: Nana Mussoline Course: Main Cuisine: Italian Food Group: Beef Serves: 12 |
|
Ingredients
3/4 pound(s) ground chuck |
3/4 pound(s) ground pork |
3/4 pound(s) ground veal |
7-8 slices white bread, or rolls, best if they are stale, otherwise bake for a few |
1 cup(s) warm milk |
2 eggs, lightly beaten |
16 clove(s) garlic, chopped |
1/2 cup(s) chopped fresh parsley |
3/4 cup(s) grated romano cheese |
1 teaspoon(s) fresh grated pepper |
1-1/2 teaspoon(s) salt |
Instructions
Make a panade by cutting the stale (or lightly baked bread) into squares, pour the milk over and let sit for a few minutes to absorb. Mix with hands, until soft, can add more milk if needed. To the panade, add the eggs, parsley, garlic, cheese, salt & pepper, mix well Add in the meat, and mix well. Form into balls. Fry in Crisco. Or Bake at 400° for 20-30 minutes, until done. If using the "meatball" pan, line it with foil (easier clean up) & spray or oil the grates or the meatballs will stick. Turn the meatballs at 10 minutes, may have to turn again in another 10 minutes. I usually fry one or two in a small pan, just to taste and adjust seasonings. Can also add fresh basil to the mix. |
Notes:These freeze well either already baked or just the meat mixture. |