How to Make The Best Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of Italian cuisine, then you probably already know that a good meatball can make or break a dish. From spaghetti and meatballs to meatball subs, these little balls of meat have become a beloved comfort food in many households. However, not all meatballs are created equal. Some are dry, others are flavorless, and some just fall apart. But fear not, because we have the perfect recipe for the best meatballs you'll ever taste.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ pound ground veal
  • ½ pound ground pork
  • 1 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups stale Italian bread, crumbled
  • 1 ½ cups lukewarm water
  • 1 cup olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8

  • Combine beef, veal, and pork in a large bowl. Mix in cheese, eggs, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Add bread crumbs and slowly mix in water, 1/2 cup at a time, until mixture is moist but still holds its shape (I usually use about 1 1/4 cups of water); shape into meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet; add meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, slightly crisp, and cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    613 cal.

    • Total Fat: 53g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 149mg
    • Sodium: 333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 190mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 315mg