Meatball Recipe

Meatball Recipe

These meatballs are delicious simmered in purchased or homemade spaghetti sauce. Double the recipe and freeze some for another day. Serve meatballs with pasta and a tossed salad, and pass the Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lean or extra-lean ground beef
• 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage (or remove from casings)
• 1/3 cup fine dry bread crumbs
• 3 medium cloves garlic
• 1 scant teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried leaf basil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons water, or as needed
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation:

Line a large shallow baking pan with foil; oil lightly. Combine all ingredients, using just enough water to moisten. Shape into meatballs, about 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter.

Broil the meatballs about 8 inches from the heat source for about 10 minutes. Turn and broil for 10 minutes longer.

Put the meatballs in a large saucepan and cover with your favorite pasta sauce, homemade or purchased. Cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.
Serves 6 (about 18 to 24 large meatballs).