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Tender Italian Beef Meatballs

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These Tender Italian Beef Meatballs are the epitome of comfort food, bursting with flavor and nostalgia.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unseasoned dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound 80/20 ground chuck
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely grated or minced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped or pressed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for topping)
  • Olive oil (for skillet preparation if pan-frying)

Instructions

  1. Combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried Italian herb blend, black pepper, and fine sea salt in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the whole milk and beaten egg to the dry ingredients, mixing until cohesive.
  3. Carefully incorporate the ground chuck into the mixture.
  4. Sprinkle in the grated onion and minced garlic, mixing gently until evenly distributed.
  5. Form small meatballs (about the size of a golf ball) and place them on a plate.
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the meatballs, cooking until golden brown.
  7. Check for an internal temperature of 160°F using a meat thermometer.
  8. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Fresh ingredients like garlic and Parmesan enhance flavor. Don’t overmix to keep meatballs tender.

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