THE CLASSIC ITALIAN BLITZKRIEG BALL

The Classic Italian Blitzkrieg Ball image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 onion, finely minced or grated
1 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/3 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus 1/3 cup for serving
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 pounds ground beef
1 1/2 cups unseasoned breadcrumbs
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 carrot, finely grated
1 jar marinara sauce

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Saute the garlic and onions over medium heat until the onions are translucent. Set aside and let cool.
Combine the parsley, ricotta, 1/4 cup Parmesan, the salt, oregano and pepper in a bowl. Add the onion and garlic mixture with the beef, breadcrumbs, eggs and carrots. Mix gently by hand, being careful not to over-mix.
Roll out 21 meatballs by hand and arrange on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan.
Arrange the meatballs on a platter and top with the marinara sauce and remaining Parmesan.