Best Pesto Elk Meatballs Recipes

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PESTO ELK MEATBALLS



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These pesto meatballs won't last long. Simple ingredients with bold flavors. Serve as the main course or as an appetizer.

Provided by NevadaFoodies

Categories     Elk

Time 40m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs ground elk
6 tablespoons pesto sauce
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 egg
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine all ingredients and ΒΌ cup breadcrumbs. Mix all ingredients together by hand and place in refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Put remaining breadcrumbs in a bowl. Shape meatballs into round balls, roll in breadcrumbs and place on a non-stick cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes turning meatballs after the first 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and enjoy.

PESTO MEATBALLS



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Pesto does double duty in these yummy meatballs. Add some to the ground meat mixture, then simmer the meatballs in chicken broth and pesto for an extra herby kick.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
3/4 cup prepared pesto
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the turkey with the breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup pesto, the milk and grated Parmesan; form into small balls.
  • Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs until just browned, then add the chicken broth and remaining 1/4 cup pesto and simmer until cooked through. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened.

CLASSIC PESTO MEATBALLS



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Try them in a hero sandwich, wrapped and baked in a calzone, buried in macaroni and cheese, layered in lasagna, served over orzo pasta with vegetables or used as a pizza topping. This came from Ladies' Home Journal. I have not tried this, just posting for future use.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 33m

Yield 4 dozen, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs ground beef
1 small finely chopped onion
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, finely diced
1/3 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, onion, pepper, pesto, bread crumbs, ricotta, salt and pepper; mix well. Roll meatballs into 1 1/2"-inch balls and freeze or cook.
  • Saute: saute meatballs on the stove with 2 teaspoons canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat (taking care not to overcrowd the pan). Turn frequently to brown on all sides, until cooked through. Small meatballs will take 8-10 minutes.
  • Bake: bake meatballs in a 350 oven in a glass baking dish or on a rimmed baking sheet. Small meatballs will take 25 minutes.
  • Grilled: freeze meatballs for 20 minutes, then skewer them close together on prepared kabob sticks and GRILL over medium-high heat on oiled grates, turning occasionally until cooked through. Small meatballs will take about 10 miutes.
  • Freezing: Place rolled meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm. Transfer to plastic storage containers or heavy-duty resealable bags, label and freeze for up to a month.
  • Note: If the prepared pesto you buy is salty, reduce the kosher salt in this recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.9, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 13.2, Sodium 71.5, Carbohydrate 0.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.7

PESTO MEATBALLS



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Oven baked easy no mess meatballs. Enjoy with pasta and sauce. Or on a roll topped with pesto, sauce and cheese.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 24 meatballs, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 lbs 80% lean ground beef (20% fat)
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 eggs, lightly whisked
1/2 cup finely minced onion
1/2 cup pesto sauce (prepared or store bought or Pesto)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Grease a cookie sheet with spray.
  • Mix all ingredients together by hand and form into oversized golf balls.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, until no longer pink in the middle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 111.6, Sodium 176.1, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 21.3

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