Six Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatball Mixture
Sauce
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, ground turkey, ground veal, Italian sausage, and chorizo.
- 2
Add Bindings
Add bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, chopped onion, egg, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.
- 3
Mix Well
Using your hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- 4
Shape Meatballs
Form the meat mixture into 6 equal-sized meatballs, approximately 2 inches in diameter.
Cooking Meatballs
- 5
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 6
Cook Meatballs
Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until they are browned on all sides.
Sauce Preparation
- 7
Prepare Sauce
In the same skillet used to cook the meatballs, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
- 9
Finish Cooking
Add the browned meatballs back into the skillet with the sauce. Cover and let simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.
- 10
Serve
Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy your six meatballs with pasta, bread, or on their own!