Mimi's Magnificent Meatballs

Submitted by Chef #610375

"Delicious meatballs with a variety of ingredients"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 17
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 large egg, gently beaten
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 cup dried breadcrumbs
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
• 2 small garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemongrass, minced
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or 2 tablespoons asiago cheese
• 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon ketchup
• 1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Italian spices
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• olive oil, for pan

directions

1. In a large bowl, gently beat one egg. Then add meat and all ingredients.
2. Cover the bottom of a skillet with olive oil and heat using medium to medium-high heat.
3. With your hands, blend all ingredients together. With slightly damp hands, roll about 1 tablespoon of meat mixture into golf ball-sized balls between your hands.
4. Place meatballs in hot skillet and brown on all sides.
5. Once all sides are browned, add to homemade sauce in a slow-cooker and cook on low for about 4-5 hours.