Italian Meatballs
Meatballs are an Italian delicacy popular in places like New York such as Brooklyn, Staten Island, etc. However, many meat-like recipes similar to meatballs originated in Ancient Rome. Because New York City had access to more meat than Italy, the idea of meatballs became more popular amongst the Italian immigrants living there and the idea of meatballs was distinctly born in the New York areas. This is not to say it isn't an Italian dish. It's just considered more of an American-Italian recipe. It is enjoyed by most Italians here in America and is a staple for Sunday dinners. It can be a meal on its own, served with pasta or even topped on a salad. Recipe Ingredients 1 Ib. ground pork 1 Ib. ground veal 1 egg 1 shallot, finely diced 4 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 handful fresh parsley, about 1 cup, finely chopped 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs (alternately, you can make your own breadcrumbs) 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese Salt Olive Oil Use Italian Marinara Sauce for this r...