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Merry Meatballs


Ingredients

FOR THE MEATBALLS:

  • 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1/2 lb. mild Italian sausage
  • 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 1/4 c. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
  • 1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • Nonstick cooking spray

FOR THE SAUCE

  • Salt, pepper, onion & garlic powder- to taste
  • Heavy whipping cream 1 cup
  • Butter- 1/2 cube
  • Parmesan Cheese 1 cup

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. For the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 450º with the oven rack in the upper third of oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with heavy duty aluminum foil.
  2. Mix together the beef, sausage, parmesan, parsley, egg, garlic, panko, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined. Form the mixture into about 40 (1/2-inch wide) meatballs. Lightly spray the baking sheet with nonstick spray and arrange the meatballs in a single layer.
  3. Bake the meatballs for 6 to 8 minutes or until they are firm to the touch. Increase the heat to broil. Broil the meatballs for 2 to 4 minutes or until browned. Set aside.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk on low and add heat cream, Parmesan cheese and seasoning to taste. Stir until melted and smooth.
  5. Pour over the meatballs and enjoy!