Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGiuliaMeatballs Recipe

Meatballs Recipe

Inspired by Giulia
Time35m
Serves4

Ricotta, pomodoro sauce

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ricotta cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Form Meatballs

    Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

  4. 4

    Cook Meatballs

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Bake Meatballs

    Transfer the browned meatballs to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through.

  6. 6

    Serve with Sauce

    Serve the meatballs with pomodoro sauce poured over the top.

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