Best 5 Mountain Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our collection of delectable mountain meatball recipes. Embark on a taste adventure with our classic beef meatballs, simmered in a savory tomato sauce, capturing the essence of rustic mountain cuisine. For a zesty twist, try our tangy pork meatballs, coated in a sweet and tangy glaze, sure to tantalize your taste buds. If you seek a vegetarian delight, our lentil and quinoa meatballs offer a wholesome and protein-packed alternative, bursting with Mediterranean flavors. And for a unique spin on a classic, our turkey meatballs, wrapped in crispy bacon and smothered in a rich mushroom sauce, provide a delightful symphony of textures and flavors. Each recipe promises a culinary experience that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK AND SIMPLE MEATBALLS



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Keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for an easy weeknight meal. This simple meatball recipe can be used for pizzas, sub sandwiches, in soups and more. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 24 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs
1/4 cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, water, onion, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic and seasonings; mix well. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, until no longer pink, 15-18 minutes. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CLASSIC MEATBALLS



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This homemade meatball recipe is a Betty classic, and for great reason! For generations, home cooks have relied on this hearty meatball recipe to show some skills the kitchen. All it takes to achieve this meaty main dish is eight basic ingredients. Got them? Great! Now, if you have 15 minutes to spare and a foil-lined 13x9 pan, perfectly browned and tender meatballs could be the answer to tonight's dinner jam. Yes, delicious doesn't take long! In the meantime, prepare spaghetti or rice, veggies or salad, because this recipe goes with anything!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian-style bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 24 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs. Place 1 inch apart in pan.
  • Bake uncovered 18 to 22 minutes or until temperature reaches 160°F and no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

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

MOUNTAIN MEATBALLS



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Monster meatballs stuffed with cheese and smothered in a rich chilli sauce-delicious! Don't be put off by the seemingly never ending list of ingredients...it's not that bad, and the results are well worth it. I make smaller ones for the children, and they love them ( adjust the cooking time accordingly though!)

Provided by Noo8820

Categories     Meatballs

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 24

olive oil
2 red onions, finely diced
1 1/4 kg quality minced meat (beef, buffalo, or a mixture)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch cumin seed, bashed with a mortar and pestle
1 teaspoon coriander seed, bashed with a mortar and pestle
2 handfuls breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
100 g grated cheddar cheese
1 large red onion, finely diced
2 red peppers or 2 yellow peppers, deseeded and roughly chopped
10 garlic cloves, peeled and finely sliced
1 -2 red chile, deseeded and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
6 tablespoons tomato ketchup
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
6 tablespoons molasses or 6 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
400 ml hot coffee
3 plum tomatoes, quartered
1 small bunch of fresh flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to it's highest setting ( or to moderately hot if making smaller balls). Put a large pan on a medium heat and add a slug of olive oil. Add the 2 diced onions and fry for about ten minutes or until softened, then remove from heat and leave to cool completely.
  • Put the minced meat into a bowl with the mustard, oregano, cumin, coriander, breadcrumbs, eggs and a good pinch of salt and pepper and the cooled onions. Give it a good scrunch with your hands to combine everything evenly, then divide into eight rounds.
  • Roll each round into a cricket ball sized ball ( baseball sized for you guys in the USA!), then stick your thumb into the middle of each ball and stuff in some grated cheddar. Cup and pack and pat the meat around the cheese, and mould it back into a ball. repeat with remaining rounds, then place the balls in a large oiled casserole dish or roasting try, drizzle over a slug of olive oil and stick it into the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and sizzling.
  • Using kitchen towel wipe out the pan that you cooked your onions in and put it back on the heat with a slug of olive oil in it.add the onion, peppers,garlic,fresh chillies and paprika and fry gently for about 15 minutes. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, vinegar, molasses or sugar, mustard, coffee and tomatoes and bring everything to the boil.
  • Turn the heat down to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened. If you like it thicker, turn the heat up and cook a little longer.
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and spoon away as much of the fat from the pan as you can. Pour over the chilli sauce and return pan to the oven for 5 minutes.
  • Throw on your chopped parsley and serve with mash or rice and a green salad.

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME SMOKY MEATBALLS



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This recipe was given to me by my friend Julie. She makes them for every gathering that we have for our school group. They are different and very, very tasty! I think you will enjoy them as much as we do!!

Provided by Z5370

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 egg
5 ounces evaporated milk
1 cup quick oats
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
2 cups ketchup
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients for meatballs. Shape into small, 1 inch balls. Place on cookie sheet. Bake @325 for 15 to 18 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix sauce ingredients together in a saucepan. Cook on medium low till sugar dissolves.
  • Place meatballs in crockpot. Add sauce. Cook on low for 4 hours or until onion is tender.

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, use a large skillet or Dutch oven that can accommodate the meatballs in a single layer.
  • Form the meatballs into uniform sizes to ensure consistent cooking times.
  • Brown the meatballs thoroughly before adding the sauce. This will help seal in the flavors and prevent them from falling apart.
  • Use a flavorful sauce that complements the meatballs. The recipe provided in the article offers a delicious and versatile sauce made with crushed tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and spices.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and tender.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta. You can also garnish them with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the Mountain Meatballs recipe presented in the article is a delightful and hearty dish that combines the flavors of ground beef, pork, and lamb. By following the tips and instructions provided, you can create tender and flavorful meatballs that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you serve them as an appetizer, main course, or party snack, these meatballs are a versatile and delicious addition to any meal.

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