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Italian Meatballs

Name: Italian Meatballs
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: For the meatballs:; 1 pound ground beef (at least 16 percent fat); 1 pound ground pork; 2/3 cup milk (whole or 2 percent); 3 slices of white bread, crusts removed (about 3 ounces); 1/4 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon salt (or 2 teaspoons of kosher salt); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried oregano or marjoram; 2-3 garlic cloves, minced; About 1 cup flour, for dusting; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 1/2 cups (24 ounces) tomato sauce (recipe follows, or use already prepared); Tomato Sauce:; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3/4 cup finely chopped onions; 3/4 cup finely chopped carrots; 3/4 cup finely chopped celery; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 28-oz can crushed or whole tomatoes, including the juice, or 1 3/4 pound of fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil or 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil; 1 teaspoon tomato paste; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Prep 25m

Cook 1h

Total 1h 25m

This Italian meatball recipe combines ground beef, ground pork, cheese, and a variety of seasonings to create delicious and moist meatballs. Serve these meatballs with a homemade tomato sauce that is flavored with onions, carrots, celery, and fresh herbs for an authentic Italian meal. Buon Appetito!