Italian Meatballs, Joy of Cooking Style

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 3 tablespoons dry red wine (optional)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. 1

   Mix all ingredients up to the dried oregano with your hands.

2. 2

   Scoop out mixture in heaping tablespoons and form into 2-inch balls.

3. 3

   Dredge the meatballs in the flour.

4. 4

   Heat in a large skillet over medium heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

5. 5

   Brown the meatballs in batches.

6. 6

   Place in baking pan and cook in a preheated 375 degree oven for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Or, if desired finish cooking in the sauce of your choice.

8. 8

   Enjoy!