Italian Meatballs, Joy of Cooking Style

Julie421511's Note:

This recipe comes from the Joy of Cooking cook book. These meatballs are tasty and a staple in my kitchen. They are perfect for a quick dinner at home or perfect for entertaining. Hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 3

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 garlic cloves , minced
• ½ cup chopped parsley
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 medium onion , finely chopped
• ½ cup fresh breadcrumb
• 1 large egg , beaten
• 3 tablespoons dry red wine (optional)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients up to the dried oregano with your hands.
2. Scoop out mixture in heaping tablespoons and form into 2-inch balls.
3. Dredge the meatballs in the flour.
4. Heat in a large skillet over medium heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
5. Brown the meatballs in batches.
6. Place in baking pan and cook in a preheated 375 degree oven for 10 minutes.
7. Or, if desired finish cooking in the sauce of your choice.
8. Enjoy!

Reviews

[RissaWern]

The BEST meatball recipe I've made yet (and I've tried a TON). Easy to make ahead of time, minus the flower, and throw in the pan and oven 20m before dinner.

[morgainegeiser]

These were very flavorful, made as stated. I liked them, but felt them may have had a little too much cheese and bread crumbs, felt they turned out mushy. But their flavor made up for it. I served them with a stroganoff sauce.

[Sydney Mike]

A real hands-on preparation, which I enjoy, & this recipe went together easily & resulted in very tasty meatballs! I made the balls smaller than suggested & froze half of them for later use! Very nice, & will make again! Thanks for sharing the recipe! [Made & reviewed for one of my adopted chefs in this Spring's PAC]