Frankies Spuntino Restaurant New York – Italian Meatballs

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Hearty and savory Italian meatballs from Frankies Spuntino Restaurant in New York
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs lean ground beef
4 slices bread , torn in chunks ( Italian or rustic white bread , about 2 packed cups )
3 garlic cloves , minced
4 large eggs
1/4 cup of grated pecorino romano cheese
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
15 turns white pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
about 1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
408
Sugar
4g
Fat
28g
Frankies Spuntino Restaurant in New York is known for its classic Italian dishes, and these meatballs are no exception. With the addition of golden raisins and pine nuts, they are a unique twist on traditional meatballs that adds a lovely sweetness and nuttiness. These meatballs are perfect for a comforting and satisfying dinner, and can be paired with your favorite sauce and pasta or crusty bread.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400 F.
2.Toast the bread chunks in the oven for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a food processor and pulse until bread crumbs form.
3.In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, bread crumbs, minced garlic, eggs, pecorino romano cheese, golden raisins, pine nuts, chopped parsley, white pepper, and sea salt until well combined.
4.Form the meat mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5.Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until cooked through and lightly browned.
6.Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce and pasta or crusty bread.

PROS

These Italian meatballs are packed with flavor and hearty enough to make a full meal when served with pasta or bread.

They can also be baked in the oven for a healthier preparation method.

CONS

The addition of raisins and pine nuts may not be appealing to all palates.

Forming the meatballs can be time-consuming and messy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lean ground beef used in this recipe is a good source of protein and iron, and the addition of pine nuts provides healthy fats.
Pecorino romano cheese is a flavorful addition, but should be consumed in moderation due to its high sodium content.

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