Italian-Style Meatballs Just Like Mom Used To Make

With the cooling temperatures and holiday season quickly approaching, these Italian-style meatballs will keep you merry and bright all season long.(They’re just like mom used to make — possibly better!)

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 Lbs Ground Beef

• 3 Eggs

• 4 Oz. Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese

• 3/4 Cup Grated Pecorino

• 1 Cup Panko Breadcrumbs

• 1 Bunch Italian Parsley, Finely Chopped

• 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced

• 4 Shallots, Minced

• 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• 1/2 Tsp Salt

• 1/2 Tsp Pepper

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; the Panko breadcrumbs, beef, eggs, shallots, garlic, pecorino, parsley, salt, and pepper and mix by hand.

Step 2

With wet hands, form the mixture into 12 to 15 meatballs, each of a size around golf ball.

Step 3

In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the oil until almost smoking. Add the meatballs, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 4

Cook until deep golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes per batch. Serve them warm or in a sauce.