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Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs

Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs deliver tender, juicy bites with a gentle heat from red pepper flakes and aromatic Italian herbs. Broiling locks in flavor before a simmer in tomato sauce adds richness and a silky finish. Ideal for a busy weeknight over spaghetti or tucked into a sub, this comforting classic balances meaty depth with Parmesan savor.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs
  1. 1

    Pour the tomato sauce into a large stockpot and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and keep the sauce warm while you prepare the meatballs.

  2. 2

    Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush it lightly with oil.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs, milk, egg, Italian herb seasoning, olive oil, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until it forms a thick slurry; set aside.

  4. 4

    Combine the beef and veal in a large bowl and season with salt, black pepper, and white pepper. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Add the slurry mixture and mix until combined.

  5. 5

    Use a small ice cream scoop to portion the meat mixture into about 48 meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

  6. 6

    Cook under the preheated broiler until browned, 4 to 5 minutes; flip the meatballs. Broil until no longer pink in the centers and browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes more.

  7. 7

    Transfer the meatballs to the simmering tomato sauce. Increase the heat to medium and cook for 5 to 10 minutes.

About This Recipe

Quickest Beef and Veal Meatballs is an Italian dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Eggs, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 542.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs?
It is an Italian meatball recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Eggs, Garlic Powder, Ground Beef. The full list of 14 is above.
What goes well with Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs?
About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 542.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Quickest Beef-and-Veal Meatballs easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 7 steps.

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