JAMIE OLIVER'S MEATBALLS

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This is a cool meatball recipe. A little spicy, but still a classic meatball. I have cheated and used canned sauce sometimes, but definately don't skip the fresh basil and mozzerella.

Provided by berry271

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
2 slices bread
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
6 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 onion
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
fresh basil
2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
2 ounces grated parmesan cheese
1 lb spaghetti

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F
  • In a large bown, mix together beef and pork.
  • In a food processor, process the bread into crumbs, add to meat mixture.
  • Add seasonings and egg, mix well.
  • With wet hands roll mixture into balls.
  • Warm a large saute pan over med. high heat.
  • Add 3-4 tablespoons oil to the pan.
  • Fry the meatballs until nicely browned on all sides.
  • Transfer to a 9 by 13 baking dish.
  • Chop onion and saute with garlic in 1 tbsp oil.
  • Add tomatoes and about 1/2 cup torn basil and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Pour over meatballs.
  • Top with mozzerella and parmesan.
  • Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Bake until cheese is golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package, and drain.
  • Serve meatballs with spaghetti.

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