Polpette

Name: Polpette
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 4 to 5 fresh basil leaves; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed; 8 cups crushed tomatoes; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/2 pound ground pork; 1/2 pound ground veal or pork; 1/2 pound ground beef (85% lean); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese; 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs; 1/2 cup 2% milk

Instructions

Prep:45minCook:45min

These polpette are simple meatballs infused with an Italian grandma's love and simmered in a light tomato sauce. Serve them as an appetizer, with crusty bread and a side salad for dinner, or with a plate of pasta.

Updated at: Tue, 26 Nov 2024 10:16:07 GMT