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Meatballs

Inspired by

Annie Bot

by Sierra Greet

Cook Time:

15 minutes

Total Time:

15 minutes

Total Time:

  • small bowl

  • large bowl

  • fork

  • wooden spoon

  • measuring cup

  • measuring spoon

  • large skillet

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. fresh breadcrumbs

  • 1/4 c. milk

  • 2 egg yolks

  • 1/2 c. grated parmesan or pecorino romano cheese

  • 2 garlic cloves

  • 1 tsp. salt

  • 1 tsp. ground black pepper

  • 1 lb. ground beef chuck

  • 1 lb. ground pork

  • 1/4 c. onion, grated (optional)

  • 1/3 c. parsley or basil, chopped

  • Olive oil

Directions

  1. Place breadcrumbs in small bown and pour the milk over the top. Let the breadcrumbs soak for 5 minutes before adding egg yolks, cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mash together to form a coarse paste .

  2. In a lark bowl, mix together beef, pork, and onion and mix with a fork.

  3. Add breadcrumb mixture and mix well, using your hands or a wooden spoon. 

  4. Portion mixture into 1/4 c. portions and roll into balls. 

  5. In a large skillet, pour enough oil to coat the bottom and heat on medium-high heat. 

  6. Once the oil is hot, place meatballs in the oil. Meatballs should sizzle when placed in the oil. Do not crowd. 

  7. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then cover the pan, lower the heat, and cook until cooked through, approximately 15 minutes.

  8. If cooking a second round of meatballs, replace oil with new oil.

To cook meatballs in sauce or in the oven, check the original recipe.

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