Ingredients for Authentic Italian Meatballs Polpette
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 1/2 pounds ground pork
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs
- 1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 small onion, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh sweet basil, chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 (24 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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How to Make Authentic Italian Meatballs Polpette
- In a large bowl, gently combine all ingredients until just mixed. Avoid overmixing.
- Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (about the size of golf balls).
- In a large, deep pot or Dutch oven, pour two 24-ounce jars of your favorite tomato sauce. Add the meatballs to the sauce, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 2 hours, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
35g
Carbs
2g