RAISIN MEATBALLS

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My whole family enjoys these meatballs. For years my kids (now my Grandkids) would sit up on the counter and hand fold this mixture and then roll into meatballs. What fun is that?? The raisins in the give the meatballs give them a sweet bite too.

Provided by Linda BONWILL

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lb ground beef, lean
2 c hard italian bread, cubed (any kind will do)
1 c milk
1 small onion
3 clove garlic
2 large eggs
1/2 c raisins
3 Tbsp basil, fresh
1/4 c grated cheese,
pinch salt and pepper, to taste
2 can(s) crushed tomatoes, or favorite tomato sauce.

Steps:

  • 1. Add Bread and milk in large bowl. Soak then press out extra milk from bread, discard excess milk and keep wet bread in bowl.
  • 2. In small processor puree onion and garlic, then add egg. Add contents to bread.
  • 3. Add raisins, basil, cheese, salt and pepper. Hand mix.
  • 4. Add ground beef to bread mixture, folding to incorporate all ingredients.
  • 5. Roll into golf size, or bigger balls.
  • 6. Fry in skillet in fry oil until brown. Remove from pan when done and replace with more meatballs to fry.
  • 7. When meatballs are all fried reserve about 1/4 cup of flavored oil in pan. Add cooked meatballs to skillet and then add 2 cans tomatoes. Season tomatoes, to liking. Simmer on low while boiling water for pasta. Serve with favorite pasta.

mhiz favy
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I've never made meatballs before, but these were surprisingly easy to make and they turned out delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


Oriwa Farr
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These meatballs were easy to make and they turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.


Pat Sefa
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, but I actually really liked them in these meatballs. They added a nice sweetness that balanced out the savory flavors.


sawin S
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I made these meatballs for my husband's birthday party and he loved them! He said they were the best meatballs he's ever had.


Bobby 13
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These meatballs were a little dry. I think I should have added more breadcrumbs.


ekpeha Chiemerie
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I substituted ground turkey for the beef and they were still very good.


Ashley Licon
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I've made these meatballs several times and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and always turn out delicious.


RR TV
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These meatballs were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


azher ali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out perfectly. They were moist and flavorful, and the raisins added a nice touch of sweetness.


Jagjeet singh
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Riddhima Bhugloo
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These meatballs were a hit with my family! The raisins added a unique and delicious sweetness that complemented the savory meat perfectly.