Meatballs Recipe
House Blend Beef, Veal & Pork, Fresh Herb Ricotta
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Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare the Meat Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground veal, ground pork, fresh ricotta, chopped parsley, chopped basil, minced garlic, egg, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Shape the Meatballs
Use your hands to form the mixture into meatballs, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
- 4
Brown the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Bake the Meatballs
Transfer the browned meatballs to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with marinara sauce or as is!
