# Classic Italian Meatballs

A simple recipe for classic Italian meatballs.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 20 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 500 g ground beef
- 3 eggs
- 100 g parmigiano
- 200 g breadcrumbs
- 0 salt
- 0 pepper
- 0 parsley
- 0 milk
- 0 olive oil
- 0 shallots
- 0 San Marzano tomatoes
- 0 basil

## Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix eggs, salt, pepper, ground beef, Parmigiano Reggiano, breadcrumbs, diced fresh parsley, and a little bit of milk for a softer texture.
2. Mix everything together using your hands.
3. Shape the dough into meatballs of desired size.
4. Prepare the sauce by sautéing shallots in olive oil.
5. Add San Marzano tomatoes, salt, and basil to the sauce.
6. Add the meatballs directly to the sauce without frying them first.
7. Cover the pot and let it cook for five minutes.
8. Turn the meatballs around after 5 minutes.
9. Cover again and cook for about 20 more minutes.
10. Garnish with basil and grated Parmigiano Reggiano before serving.

## Equipment

- bowl
- plate
- pot
- spoon
- grill

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_wEEoUS8I-/?igsh=cmN2azRwYm40cm0z
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/02437bfa-628c-42c1-9945-85483792ef07
- Extracted: 2025-03-08

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