Georgio's Meatballs Recipe

Prepare Meatball Mixture

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Shape Meatballs

Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball (approximately 2 inches in diameter). Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake Meatballs

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.

Sauté Aromatics

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute.

Add Tomatoes and Seasoning

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, and add oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Simmer Sauce

Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add fresh basil just before serving.

Prepare Dough

In a bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add yeast mixture and olive oil.

Knead Dough

Mix until a dough forms and then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

Shape and Bake Focaccia

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). After rising, punch down the dough and spread it onto a greased baking sheet. Dimple the surface with your fingers, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and chopped rosemary. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.