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Savory Red Wine Braised Meatballs with Cheesy Polenta Delight!

A delicious recipe for savory red wine braised meatballs served over creamy cheesy polenta.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup polenta
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, eggs, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, pour in red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Add crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stirring to combine. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  4. While the meatballs are simmering, bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a separate pot. Gradually whisk in polenta and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened. Stir in mozzarella cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Serve meatballs over a generous scoop of cheesy polenta. Spoon extra sauce over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the meatball mixture.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.

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