Super Moist Italian Meatballs

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Super Moist Italian Meatballs
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
3/4 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
1/3 cup parmesan cheese or 1/3 cup romano cheese , grated
3 eggs
3 garlic cloves , minced
1/4 cup red wine
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
6 -8 cups tomato sauce or 6 -8 cups your favorite spaghetti sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
394
Sugar
9g
Fat
29g
Italian meatballs are a classic comfort food that are enjoyed by many around the world. This recipe takes the classic version up a notch with the addition of red wine, which gives the meatballs a unique flavor and makes them incredibly moist. Whether you serve them as an entree or as part of a larger Italian-style meal, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian style breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, red wine, black pepper, and salt.
3.Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
4.Form the mixture into meatballs, roughly 2 inches in diameter.
5.Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6.Bake the meatballs in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through.
7.In a separate saucepan, heat your favorite tomato sauce or spaghetti sauce.
8.When the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and add them to the saucepan with the heated sauce.
9.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

These meatballs are incredibly moist and flavorful thanks to the use of red wine in the recipe.

They are a versatile dish that can be served on their own as an entree or along with pasta for a classic Italian-style meal.

CONS

These meatballs are high in calories and fat due to the use of ground beef and cheese in the recipe.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it provides a good source of protein and iron from the ground beef. Garlic provides various health benefits, including heart health and immune system support, and the use of black pepper can aid in digestion.

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