Beyond Baking-Meatballs Anyone?

A good friend of mine from bible study brought over some turkey meatballs to sample. I was a bit skeptic because most people dry out their turkey, but they were so good.  So, of course I casually asked for the recipe hoping she wasn't a recipe hog, and she graciously emailed it to me. The turkey meatballs are easy to make, quick to prepare, and you can certainly add your own spice to it. Low carb, low cal, much flavor. I ate my meatballs by its self last night, but I may make whole wheat spaghetti meatballs tonight.


Italian Meatballs

Ingredients 

1 1/2 tsp regular butter 

1 1/2 tsp olive oil

1 large onion(s)

 minced 

1 pound(s) raw lean ground beef 

1 large egg(s), beaten

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 

3/4 tsp table salt 

1 Tbsp parsley, fresh, finely minced (or 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning) 

1/4 cup(s) canned beef broth, or chicken broth 

1/4 cup(s) white wine

In a large skillet, melt butter and oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to caramelize, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Remove onions to a large mixing bowl and add beef, egg, red pepper flakes, salt and parsley (or Italian seasoning); mix well to combine. With damp hands, roll forty-eight 1/2-inch meatballs.

Place same skillet over medium-low heat. Add meatballs, broth and wine; simmer until cooked through, gently turning meatballs once during cooking, about 20 minutes. 

Final Result. Tasty, juicy meatballs. Yields about 6 meatballs per serving. Enjoy!