FLORENTINE MEATBALLS

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Because these meatballs freeze and reheat well, we use them as a quick addition to spaghetti, on subs or as an appetizer. -Louise Graybiel, Toronto, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings plus 16 cooked meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 32 balls., Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 24-28 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels., Save half of the meatballs for Italian Stroganoff (recipe also in Recipe Finder) or save for another use. In a large saucepan, heat spaghetti sauce; add the remaining meatballs. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 1197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

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