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If your grandmother was like mine, she was an exceptional cook. There was nothing better than the aroma of homemade meatballs cooking in her sauce in her kitchen! Here are some of Nonna’s best kept secrets for making meatballs from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simply pair your meatballs with fresh noodles and freshly baked bread, and you’re ready for Sunday dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1- Fat Makes a Difference<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sure, the spices add a lot of flavor to the meatballs, but it’s the fat in the meat that makes them juicy. Use a 50\/50 mix of beef and pork as a base, or try a mix of beef, pork, and veal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2- The Secret of Breadcrumbs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To make homemade breadcrumbs like Nonna used to make, soak old bread in milk for a few minutes. Remove excess milk by squeezing the bread with your hands and then crumble it into small pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3- The Touch of Fresh Garlic<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Using fresh garlic will give a flavor with character. Combine it with classic Italian herbs and spices like oregano, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley. And don’t forget the salt and pepper!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4- Looking for the perfect taste<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Grandma never measured; she was always a little bit of this and a little bit of that, so she experiments to find the perfect flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5- The Classic Cheese<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another classic ingredient for grandma’s Italian meatballs is cheese. Try using freshly grated Parmesan<\/a> , Parmigiano-Reggiano, or Romano cheese to add flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6- The Moisture of the Milk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A little milk will add moisture to your meatballs. (Many people think that it is the eggs that add the moisture, but their role is to bind the meat, breadcrumbs, cheese and herbs.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7- Use Your Hands<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don’t be afraid to roll up your sleeves and use your hands. With clean hands, gently combine the ingredients, taking care not to overwork the meat. To prevent sticking while forming your meatballs, try lightly greasing your hands with oil or water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8- Size Counts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The size of your meatballs depends on how you plan to serve them. For soups, opt for small meatballs. If you are going to serve them over noodles, make medium-sized meatballs (about 3-4 cm in diameter).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9- Brown Before Dipping<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, you can cook your meatballs by putting them directly into the sauce and letting them simmer. But browning them before dipping enhances the flavor and texture. You can brown them in batches on the stove or in the oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The secret to grandma’s meatballs is time, patience and a good homemade sauce. Meatballs need to be cooked over low heat for maximum flavor. In addition to having delicious food, your house will smell amazing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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