How to make classic Italian Meatballs

Dennis Malloy, our resident chief, is back in the kitchen this week for National Meatball Day to teach you how to make classic Italian Meatballs. Enjoy!

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[iandunn]

TL;DW


* 1/2 pound veal
* 1/2 pound pork
* 1/2 pound beef
* 1 cup crushed saltine crackers
* 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
* 3/4 cup fresh italian parsley
* 1 egg
* 3/4 cup seltzer water
* 1/3 tbsp salt
* 1/3 tbsp pepper
* 1/2 tbsp garlic


( amounts are my best guess )


* mix together
* form into egg-shaped balls a bit bigger than golf balls
* bake at 350 degrees for 20
* (optional) cover with fresh tomato sauce and freeze-dried basil, then and bake for another 10 minutes


makes 15 meatballs

[junkievs]

“ we’re gonna put them in the oven at 350 degrees,
forget about it .
well, don’t forget about it “
LMFAO

[reedackerman]

This guy is the most Italian-new Jersey-Italian I've ever seen. He is awesome.

[ocv]

"Forget about it!"
"Wait, don't forget about it"

[snatchbloock]

I'm 100% Italian born...half Siciliano, half Napolitan. I was raised on some of the best Italian food my parents made from scratch. I make some very good meatballs using most of the same ingredients used here. You can't go wrong with this recipe. I make a few changes you might want to try. I use ricotta cheese instead of milk and and a big splash of chianti wine. I cook them directly in a homemade marinara sauce for about 30 minutes...they turn out so moist, they melt in your mouth...delicioso! ! !

[thatchinaboi]

"Forget about it.. No, don't forget about it." 😂

[MedicalCodingwithBleu]

I made these last night and took them to work today, everyone lost their minds. 😁 I've never made them before this. These are freaking phenomenal. I've already subscribed to your channel. Thank you!!

[shihlin]

I give this Italian a thumbs up and trust him. My Italian friend from N.J. invited me over to his house for dinners and this is how his mom made meatballs. Wish you showed the end results after the crock pot.

[dinomirasola]

I made these a few months ago and HOLY COW 🔥🔥🔥they were so effing good .Cant wait to make these again I barely even cook.

[leonghchan]

Thank you sir. I've made meatballs following this recipe on a weekly basis. My family and I are developing an addiction to these meatballs and may need rehab. Simply brilliant.

[TheFisk]

The seltzer and saltines were different from what I’m use to doing but... fugettaboutit absolutely amazing!!

[sparkz]

I’m in the UK and eat meatballs as often as I can because I love them. I used Ritz crackers instead of Saltine because I can’t source them here. I followed your recipe to the letter even using Parmesan cheese. I also bake them rather than messing about frying them.
Well! My son, who is my biggest critic, was allowed to try one before we put them in marinara sauce. His verdict? The best we’ve ever made! I take my hat off to you Sir! The sparkling water changed the meatball texture straight away, pure genius.

[jmaker]

Love this recipe, it’s the second time I cook it now, thanks for this video. I always come back and watch it before start cooking to get everything right. Cheers 🥂

[jeangles]

I have made this twice past 2weeks. Nothing but compliments from all friends and family. Thank you !

[mannyramos]

I wouldn't care if an Italian, Irish or German made those meatballs they looked tasty as hell

[SuperDYLee]

Just tried your recipe ( didn’t have crackers so I used bread) and omg!! It is terrific!
The seltzer water makes them so light and tender.
Two thumbs up. Thanks for sharing.

[Funnylittleman]

This is exactly the type of person I’d trust to have an amazing meatball recipe. Looks fantastic.

[Icepanda]

Making this tonight from Angela Giordano Yes; born half Polish and Italian and proud. I very much miss my father side his mother was an awesome Italian cook! Thank you for your special meatballs recipe 😋

[jeankeats]

You're a doll! They look fabulous! I do mine in the oven too. I find that they get a nice brown sear but at the same time are soft and moist and tasty in the center. I also use Parmigano Reggiano instead of peccorino! XO Love your video!

[ftS]

I made some of these tonight and it is fantastic. thank you for sharing. in stead of the fizzy water I used buttermilk though. also I could not find pork mince so i used pork bangers squeezed out of their jackets... worked well though...