My Mom’s Heirloom Meatballs n Spaghetti

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JimInks

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Aug 31, 2012
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I just got around to typing up the recipe. It is a very simple recipe and The key is clove and nutmeg. The former is a rare ingredient in italian food but you will appreciate it I guarantee it :)

Heirloom Meatballs:
1 pound ground beef – 90% lean
1 small onion
1 egg
¼ cup bread crumbs – do not overdo it these are meatballs NOT breadballs
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp cloves
½ tsp nutmeg
½ tsp paprika

Optional:
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp red pepper flakes

Step 1 - Dice onion (small pieces) and mix together with other ingredients. Optional – saute the onion until translucent in a little olive oil before mixing.

Step 2 – Make meatballs. Ideally these are no bigger than a golf ball and maybe a little smaller.

Step 3 – Brown/saute until done

Step 4 – simmer in marinara of your choice for 20-30 minutes.
I decided today is an off-diet day, so m'lady is in the kitchen making Heirloom meatballs for dinner! :)