ROMAN-STYLE MEATBALLS

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Provided by KathyP53

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
4 ounces finely chopped prosciutto
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup grated parmesan-reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
6 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more, to taste
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, with juices

Steps:

inches a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and milk; let stand 10 minutes.
In large bowl, combine prosciutto, beef, pork, eggs, cheese, parsley, oregano, 3 tablespoons basil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper. Add soaked bread crumbs and mix gently until combined. Divide into 1/4 cup portions; roll into balls. Set on parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in 11" skillet over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, brown meatballs on all sides, about 8 minutes per batch. Transfer to plate.
In same pan, warm 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, cook one minute, Add tomatoes and juices; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer; cook until sauce thickens, about 20 minutes. Stir in 3 tablespoons basil. Add meatballs; cook, turning occasionally and basting with sauce, until cooked through, about 30 minutes. Transfer to platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691.6, Fat 45.1, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 176.8, Sodium 882.2, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 37.8