For a richer flavor, brown the meatballs in a skillet with olive oil before adding them to the sauce. Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a touch of heat. Serve these delicious meatballs over pasta, polenta, or alongside crusty bread for soaking up the flavorful sauce.
Polpette (Italian Meatballs)
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS9
Embark on a culinary journey to Italy with these delightful meatballs, known as Polpette. Oven-baked to perfection and then simmered in a luscious tomato sauce, they offer a comforting and flavorful experience that will transport you straight to a cozy Italian trattoria.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate23 g
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Cholesterol132 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium368 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat20 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large bowl, combine the sausage, ground beef, shallot, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs. Gently break up the meat with a wooden spoon and mix until roughly combined. (5 minutes)
02
StepStir in the beaten eggs, milk, and black pepper. Use your hands to thoroughly mix all ingredients until well incorporated. (3 minutes)
03
StepPreheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. (2 minutes)
04
StepPour water into a shallow bowl. Moisten your fingertips and palms with water to prevent the meat from sticking. Shape the meat mixture into approximately 40 ping-pong-sized balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Re-moisten your hands as needed. (15 minutes)
05
StepBake the meatballs in the preheated oven until lightly browned and slightly underdone in the center, about 20 minutes. Adjust baking time depending on the size of your meatballs. (20 minutes)
06
StepWhile the meatballs are baking, pour the tomato purée into a large saucepan or Dutch oven set over medium-low heat. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian herbs. Season with salt to taste, adjusting as needed. (5 minutes)
07
StepOnce the sauce begins to gently bubble, carefully add the baked meatballs, stirring gently to coat them evenly with the sauce. (2 minutes)
08
StepReduce the heat to low and simmer the meatballs in the sauce, uncovered, for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. (20 minutes)
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StepTo serve, place a generous portion of meatballs and sauce on each plate. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and sprinkle with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. (3 minutes)
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Wilfredo Hoeger
Jul 1, 2025The sauce was so flavorful, and the meatballs were perfectly tender.
Daniela Reinger
Jun 22, 2025The tip about freezing the meatballs before simmering was very helpful.
Brandt Leannon
Jun 22, 2025These meatballs were amazing! My family loved them, and they were so easy to make.
Ruthie Tromp
Jun 21, 2025I added a little bit of red wine to the sauce, and it was delicious!
Lafayette Pouros
Jun 17, 2025I made these for a potluck, and they were a huge hit!
Kristofer Nolan
Jun 15, 2025I will definitely be making these again!
Einar Kunze
Jun 13, 2025These are the best meatballs I've ever made! Thank you for the recipe.
Marianna Welch
Jun 9, 2025I substituted ground turkey for the ground beef, and they were still great.