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Polpette (Italian Meatballs)

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8/10

Tender meatballs in tomato sauce — not on spaghetti in Italy.

Mixed Stew & Braise Home Cook Friendly N Nut-Free

Why It Works

Soaking bread in milk (panade) keeps meatballs incredibly tender and moist.

Key Ingredients

ground beef ground pork breadcrumbs egg milk Parmigiano tomato sauce

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