Homemade Italian Meatballs

Welcome to our traditional Italian meatballs recipe, crafted specifically for your meat grinder. Experience the joy of making authentic Italian meatballs from scratch. This recipe is not only easy to follow but also brings the rich flavors of Italy right into your home kitchen. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Your favorite marinara sauce

Instructions for Recipe:

Preparation (15 minutes): If you're grinding your own meat, cut the beef and pork into chunks suitable for your meat grinder. Use a medium hole plate to grind the meat.

Mixing (10 minutes): In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and pork with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Forming Meatballs (15 minutes): Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.

Cooking (20 minutes): In a large skillet, brown the meatballs on all sides. Then, simmer them in marinara sauce for about 15 minutes until cooked through.

Estimated Times for the Recipe:

• Total Time: 60 minutes
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes

Appliance Settings:

• Meat Grinder: Medium hole plate for grinding beef and pork.

Additional Tips:

• Chill the meat before grinding for better texture.
• For tender meatballs, don’t pack them too tightly when forming.