Ingredients
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1/2 lb ground pork
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
– 1/4 cup milk
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1/4 tsp allspice
– 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
For the sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Equipment Needed
– Large mixing bowl
– Skillet
– Baking sheet
– Whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s prepare the meat mixture. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and allspice. Use your hands to mix everything until just combined – be careful not to overmix. Once blended, I like to roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet. It’s important to get the size right, as smaller meatballs can dry out faster. (See the next page below to continue steps…)