Jul 14 2026
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Braised Meatballs Recipe

Inspired by Zelo
Time50m
Serves4

Bolognese sauce, fontina

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Ingredients

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Braised Meatballs

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatballs

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

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

  3. 3

    Sear the Meatballs

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

  4. 4

    Add Bolognese Sauce

    Pour the Bolognese sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer.

  5. 5

    Braised Cooking

    Cover the skillet and let the meatballs braise in the sauce for about 20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add Fontina Cheese

    Sprinkle the cubed Fontina cheese over the meatballs and cover again. Cook until the cheese is melted, about 5 more minutes.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the braised meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

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