Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and gather your ingredients.
- In a large bowl, combine lean ground beef, ground pork, minced parsley, oregano, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, allspice, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, tear the white bread and mix with ricotta, milk, and eggs until smooth.
- Combine both mixtures gently, form 1-inch meatballs, and set aside on a plate.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat, sear meatballs for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Remove meatballs, deglaze the pan with water, and stir in red wine and diced tomatoes.
- Return meatballs to the sauce, ensuring they are mostly submerged, then cover the pot.
- Transfer to the oven and braise for about 90 minutes.
- Let rest before serving over pasta or bread, topped with Parmesan.
Nutrition
Notes
Don't overcrowd when searing meatballs to avoid steaming. Choose a quality wine for the best flavor.