Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsBello RistorantePolpette Recipe

Polpette Recipe

Inspired by Bello Ristorante
Time45m
Serves4

Boulettes de veau et parmesan, sauce tomate, basilic frais et huile d’olive

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Tomato Sauce

Method

Preparing the Meatballs

  1. 1

    Mixing Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground veal, grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh basil. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Forming Meatballs

    Shape the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

  3. 3

    Cooking Meatballs

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Making the Tomato Sauce

  1. 4

    Sautéing Onion

    In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent.

  2. 5

    Adding Tomatoes

    Add the canned crushed tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine.

  3. 6

    Simmering Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.

  4. 7

    Combining Meatballs and Sauce

    Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover with sauce, and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.

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