Best 5 Meatballs My Dads Recipes

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Meatballs are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you prefer them in a classic spaghetti and meatballs dish, a hearty soup, or as an appetizer, there's a recipe out there for everyone. In this article, we'll share three of our favorite meatball recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile. Our first recipe is for classic Italian meatballs, made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal. These meatballs are simmered in a rich tomato sauce and served over spaghetti. Our second recipe is for Swedish meatballs, which are made with a blend of ground beef and pork and flavored with allspice and nutmeg. These meatballs are typically served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam. Our third recipe is for Asian meatballs, which are made with a combination of ground chicken and pork and flavored with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. These meatballs are perfect for serving as an appetizer or as part of a main course. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and versatile meatballs.

Let's cook with our recipes!

DAD'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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My father used to make these tender meatballs every year for Christmas when I was a kid. Now I carry on the tradition, and everyone still loves them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/4 cup butter, cubed
DILL CREAM SAUCE:
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dill seed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef and pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, cook meatballs in butter in batches until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients until blended. Stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 37g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 1146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

MEATBALLS MY DADS



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My Dad made wonderful tasting meatballs, now I am not claiming that this is the exact recipe, but this is how he told me he made them. Problem is they never quite tasted as good as his. But everyone that has these seems to love them this way. I'm happy with that.

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 2h25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lb of ground hamburg
1/2-1 lb of ground pork, or buy italian sausage links and take meat out of casings
2 eggs
1/2 c milk
tablespoon of jarred garlic and juice, or use fresh your choice
1 large green pepper
1 large onion
bread crumbs, seasoned or plain
parmesan cheese
ITALIAN SPICES , QUANTITY IS HARD AS I ADD TO TASTE: GARLIC POWDER, OREGANO, PARSLEY, PEPPER TO TASTE.

Steps:

  • 1. Well I have never written down the recipe for this so I will do the best I can. Start with cutting up half a pepper and half of a white onion and one egg and a little milk in your blender, blend til all is liquid.
  • 2. Pour the egg and pepper mixture into a bowl and add the seasoned bread crumbs. Let sit ` now the mixture should be thickened but not to thick, this is how your meatballs will come out, if to runny the meatballs will fall apart, if to thick the meatballs will be dry so get it just right by adding more milk or an egg or if to wet more breadcrumbs.
  • 3. Add your Italian seasoning to this mixture, I have shown what I add, but the amounts will be to your taste, add your hamburg. Put about a 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese in the meatball mixture and put some in a bowl to roll your meatballs in when you brown them, makes them crispy on the outside.
  • 4. In a large skillet (I use my cast iron one) saute' some peppers and onions in olive oil, and a little chopped garlic ( I use the jar in liquid) remove when soft but not to browned. Now add more olive oil and start adding your rolled up meatballs that have been dipped in the grated Parmesan and quickly brown them.
  • 5. Now you can put them right in your sauce. Let all simmer for an hour at least or more. I also sprinkle some Parmesan in the sauce, a little sugar (to keep the acid down)

KID'S FAVORITE MEATBALLS



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Very easy - perfect for young cooks. So delicious, even the kids will love it! This dish goes very well with garlic mashed potatoes and a vegetable side dish. For a shortcut, I use frozen pre-cut peppers and onions.

Provided by JENNIFER_MERKEL

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed chicken and rice soup
½ cup water
1 pound ground beef
1 egg
⅛ cup milk
2 slices bread

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute green pepper and onion for 5 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the tomato soup, chicken & rice soup and the water and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer.
  • Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine the ground beef, egg and milk. Break the bread into very small pieces and add to the bowl. Mix together well. (Note: The kids love to use their hands to mix this. Be sure they wash them well before AND afterward to avoid any contamination.)
  • Shape the meat mixture into meatballs and drop them into the soup mixture. Continue to simmer over low heat, uncovered, for 45 to 60 minutes. Stir occasionally, but be very careful not to break the meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 103.3 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 748.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

MY DAD'S FAMOUS MEATBALLS



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I grew up on these meatballs. My dad use to make them all the time and now I do for my family and friends and everyone loves them. We make a lot so we can have spaghetti one night and the meatball subs the next! To be honest I made the measurements as best I could but it goes by your own judgment. Once the eggs and bread crumbs are mixed you just shake the spices over the meat to cover evenly.

Provided by kaliwags

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon parsley
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, with cheese

Steps:

  • Place the ground beef ( 7% fat is best ) in a large mixing bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Then place eggs and bread crumbs in and mix well with your hands.
  • Then put in all spices. The best thing to do is sprinkle them over the mixture evenly. I made the measurements the best I could, but I have never really measured before. I only went by my own judgment.
  • Using a broiling pan so that the grease drips down inside of it, roll your meatballs according to size.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes, turning the meatballs half way through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.8, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 221.9, Sodium 1521.1, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.2, Protein 41.4

THE BEST MEATBALLS



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I never knew how to make good meatballs until I found this recipe. I normally make mine with just ground beef and they still taste great. I've used the combination of pork, beef and veal and they are equally good. Definitely use fresh bread crumbs and freshly grate your cheese instead of using the canned variety...it really does make a difference.

Provided by Geanine

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground veal
½ pound ground pork
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
1 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
1 ½ tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups stale Italian bread, crumbled
1 ½ cups lukewarm water
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine beef, veal, and pork in a large bowl. Add garlic, eggs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Blend bread crumbs into meat mixture. Slowly add the water 1/2 cup at a time. The mixture should be very moist but still hold its shape if rolled into meatballs. (I usually use about 1 1/4 cups of water). Shape into meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Fry meatballs in batches. When the meatball is very brown and slightly crisp remove from the heat and drain on a paper towel. (If your mixture is too wet, cover the meatballs while they are cooking so that they hold their shape better.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 148.6 mg, Fat 53.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and pork: This will give the meatballs a more flavorful and juicy texture.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs will help to keep the meatballs light and fluffy.
  • Add some grated Parmesan cheese to the meatball mixture: This will give the meatballs a cheesy flavor and help to bind them together.
  • Use a large skillet to cook the meatballs: This will help to prevent them from overcrowding and sticking together.
  • Brown the meatballs over medium-high heat: This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the meatballs.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will help to tenderize the meatballs and allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

These meatballs are delicious and easy to make. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. Serve them with your favorite pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also use them to make a meatball sandwich or sub. No matter how you serve them, these meatballs are sure to be a hit!

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