Ingredients
- FOR MEAT MIX
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably chuck)
- 1 pound ground pork
- 5 to 6 large cloves of garlic
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 3 ounces pecorino cheese
- 3 ounces parmesan cheese
- Ground nutmeg, pinch of
- For the Panada Mix
- 2 to 3 large eggs
- 5 ounces bread
- 8 ounces milk
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
How to Make
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For the Panada Mix
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Step 1: Add all of the panada ingredients together and let soak for at least 30 minutes (this can also be set up overnight).
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Step 2: Crush the mixture together with your hands to make a thick paste (or put all of the ingredients in the food processor).
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For the Meat Mix
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Step 3: Mix all of the meat and spices together, while working the meat as little as possible.
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For the Meatballs
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Step 4: Mix the meat mix with the panada mix by hand until it is all incorporated and well dispersed. Again, do not overwork the meat or else the final product won't be as tender.
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Step 5: Let the mix sit in the bowl for at least 15 minutes and then scoop or hand roll into meatballs.
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Step 6: Fry the meatballs on the stove top in grapeseed oil, turning to brown all sides. (if you don't want to fry them, place them in a 450 degree oven and cook them until the outsides are brown and the meatballs are firm enough to not break apart — around medium rare)
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Step 7: Add the meatballs into your favorite tomato sauce and serve.
We hope you enjoy this recipe!
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