Polpette

Polpette, also known as Italian meatballs, are a classic dish that can be enjoyed on their own, with pasta, or in a sandwich. They are easy to make and incredibly versatile, making them a great addition to any meal.

Polpette

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 jar marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  4. Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs and simmer for 10 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet

Tools

Mixing spoon Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the polpette over spaghetti or on a crusty Italian roll for a delicious meatball sub.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture for a spicy kick.

Cost

$10