01/24/2025
Meatballs using your kitchenaid stand mixer
Yields: About 24 meatballs Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Ingredients:
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce (optional, but highly recommended):
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Equipment:
• KitchenAid stand mixer with paddle attachment
• Large bowl
• Baking sheet
• Skillet
Instructions
1. Make the Meatballs: In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, milk, oregano, salt, and pepper. Using the paddle attachment, mix on low speed for 2-3 minutes, or until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Shape the mixture into about 24 meatballs, each about 1-1.5 inches in diameter.
2. Cook the Meatballs: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce (Optional): In the same skillet, add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, onion, garlic, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly. Return the meatballs to the sauce, coat well, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Serve: Serve the meatballs immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat the meatballs in the sauce over low heat on the stovetop or in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
Tips:
• For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
• You can use any type of bread crumbs you like, but Italian bread crumbs are traditional.
• If you want to make ahead, you can cook the meatballs and freeze them in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw them overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.