Stews, Curries, Risotto & Pasta
Classic Meatballs
Makes 36 Meatballs
Classic Meatballs
Makes 36 Meatballs
A firm family favorite, this classic meatballs recipe is the ultimate Italian comfort food. Ideal for a cosy night in or an easy win for date night.
Ingredients
- 1 Medium Onion, quartered
- 15g Parsley Leaves
- 1 Slice of day old firm Bread, torn into pieces
- 350g Braising Steak, cut into 2.5cm pieces
- 350g Boneless Pork, cut into 2.5cm pieces
- 30g Rice Flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp Dried Thyme
- 2 Medium Eggs
- 3 tbsp Cold Water
Preparation
- Set up the large work bowl with the large chopping/mixing blade.
- Add the onion, parsley, bread, meat, rice flour, salt, herbs and spices to the work bowl. Pulse 4 to 6 times and then process until finely chopped.
- Add the eggs and water and pulse until just combined.
- Using about a tablespoon of mixture, shape into balls approximately 3-4 cm in diameter.
- Arrange them in a single layer in a baking dish and bake at 190˚C/ 375˚F/ Gas Mark 5 for 25 minutes.
- Serve with spaghetti and the ‘Simple Tomato Sauce’ recipe (link below) poured over the meatballs. As an alternative, the meatballs could be simmered in the tomato sauce until cooked through.