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