Lora’s and Mathew Hahn’s Italian Meatballs

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Lora's and Mathew Hahn's Italian Meatballs recipe for your dinner
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup parmesan cheese ( shredded )
1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
690
Sugar
4g
Fat
41g
Italian meatballs are a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This recipe, passed down to us by Lora and Mathew Hahn, is good enough to rival any meatball out there. These meatballs are made with a blend of Italian herbs and spices and are simmered in a rich tomato sauce that is perfect over pasta or crusty bread. This is a perfect recipe to prepare on a busy weeknight for the family, or to enjoy with friends with a glass of wine over the weekend.

Instructions

1.Combine all meatball ingredients (except olive oil) in a mixing bowl and mix well.
2.Make small balls from the mixture (around 1.5 inches in diameter).
3.Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the meatballs over medium heat until browned on all sides.
4.Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.
5.You can use the same skillet to make the tomato sauce. Add all the tomato sauce ingredients to the skillet and stir frequently.
6.Add meatballs back into the skillet with tomato sauce, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
7.Serve Italian meatballs with your favorite pasta or slice of crusty bread.

PROS

These Italian meatballs are easy to make, and are perfect comfort food for dinner.

They are rich in proteins, and are very flavorful.

The leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated the next day for lunch or a quick snack.

CONS

These meatballs are high in saturated fat and calories, which may not make them suitable for a low-fat diet.

Also, if you have an allergy to any of the ingredients, you should avoid this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground beef is a rich source of protein and various vitamins and minerals such as iron, vitamin B12 and zinc.
In addition, tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene, which has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Herbs like oregano, basil and Italian seasoning have antioxidant properties that can prevent cell damage and promote overall health.

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