Mimi's Magnificent Meatballs |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Delicious meatballs with a variety of ingredients Ingredients:
1 large egg, gently beaten |
1 lb lean ground beef |
1 lb ground pork |
1 cup dried breadcrumbs |
1 small onion, finely chopped |
1/2 cup fat-free ricotta cheese |
2 small garlic cloves, minced |
1 tablespoon fresh lemongrass, minced |
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or 2 tablespoons asiago cheese |
2 teaspoons yellow mustard |
1 teaspoon ketchup |
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
1 tablespoon italian spices |
1 teaspoon dried parsley |
olive oil, for pan |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, gently beat one egg. Then add meat and all ingredients.
2. Cover the bottom of a skillet with olive oil and heat using medium to medium-high heat.
3. With your hands, blend all ingredients together. With slightly damp hands, roll about 1 tablespoon of meat mixture into golf ball-sized balls between your hands.
4. Place meatballs in hot skillet and brown on all sides.
5. Once all sides are browned, add to homemade sauce in a slow-cooker and cook on low for about 4-5 hours.
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