MOM'S MEATBALLS WITH NEAPOLITAN MEAT SAUCE

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Provided by Food Network

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pound beef chuck, cut into chunks
1 pound pork butt, cut into chunks
1 pound sweet Italian sausage
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup red wine
Two 28-ounce cans peeled San Marzano tomatoes, juices passed through a food mill
1 teaspoon red chile flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
6 ounces day-old bread
3 ounces whole milk
1 pound ground chuck
8 ounces grated pecorino cheese
8 ounces ground pork
3 ounces grated onion
3 ounces finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 ounces finely chopped fresh basil
2 ounces finely diced fresh garlic
4 large eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • For the meat sauce: Sear small batches of the beef, pork and sausage in olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, and then remove from the pot. After all the meat is seared, deglaze with the red wine and add the onion. Cook until transparent. Add tomatoes to the pot. Add meat to the pot. Add the chile flakes, salt and pepper. Simmer on medium-low heat for 2 to 3 hours.
  • For the meatballs: While the sauce is simmering, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray. Soak the bread in the milk.
  • Squeeze the milk from the bread after soaking. Mix the ground chuck, pecorino, ground pork, bread, onion, parsley, basil, garlic and eggs together by hand in a large bowl.
  • Roll the meatballs loosely about two times the size of a golf ball, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Place into the oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Add meatballs to the sauce and braise until tender. Serve hot.

Andrew Giles
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These meatballs were easy to make and delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Abdul MaLek
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


Lakshan La
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I made these meatballs for my husband and he loved them. He said they were the best meatballs he's ever had.


Shabanaimtiaz
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These meatballs were a bit too dense for my taste. I think I would have preferred a lighter, more airy meatball.


Aqeel AJ
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were actually really good. The sauce was especially tasty.


Areeb Khanjii
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The sauce was too sweet for my liking. I would have preferred a more savory sauce.


Muzamalzaman Shah
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These meatballs were a bit dry for my taste. I think I should have added more breadcrumbs.


Arman
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Yevhen Ovchynnikov
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone raved about them.


warda fahd
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The meatballs were easy to make and the sauce was delicious. I served them over spaghetti and everyone loved them.


Arinaitwe Susan
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These meatballs were a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and the meatballs were tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.