Meatballs Recipe
Pork & Veal Meatballs | Parmesan Garlic Polenta | Bolognese | Parmesan Cloud | Basil
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Bolognese Sauce
Parmesan Garlic Polenta
Parmesan Cloud
Garnish
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground veal, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
Bolognese Sauce
- 4
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 5
Add the Tomatoes and Wine
Stir in the tomato puree, crushed canned tomatoes, and red wine. Add the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Parmesan Garlic Polenta
- 7
Boil the Water
In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- 8
Cook the Polenta
Once boiling, slowly whisk in the polenta. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened.
- 9
Add Garlic and Cheese
Stir in minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until creamy.
Parmesan Cloud
- 10
Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 11
- 12
Fold in Cheese
Gently fold in the grated Parmesan cheese into the beaten egg whites until just combined.
- 13
Bake the Cloud
Spoon the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and shape into clouds. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and puffed.
Assembly and Garnish
- 14
Plate the Dish
On a large plate, spread a layer of Parmesan garlic polenta, top with baked meatballs, and generously spoon over the Bolognese sauce.
- 15
Add the Parmesan Cloud
Place the Parmesan cloud on top of the meatballs and sauce.
- 16
Garnish
Finish by garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
