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Sole Mio Caffe Trattoria Spaghetti and Meatballs - tubeN2 - 04-12-2005
Meatballs
10 ounces ground beef
1/4 loaf Italian bread, crust cut off
2 tablespoons parsley, coarsely chopped
2 eggs
2 tablespoons grated Pecorino or Parmesan cheese
3 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch of salt and black pepper
Tomato Sauce
1 large can whole plum tomatoes
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small bunch basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation for Meatballs: Soak bread in water; strain and press all water out. In mixing bowl combine all ingredients with bread. Run cold water over hands; roll mixture into balls the size of 1/2 a tennis ball. Heat olive oil in skillet. Brown meatballs on all sides; do not cook through.
Preparation for Tomato Sauce: Blend ingredients except olive oil in food processor. In large frying pan heat olive oil; add sauce, bring to boil. Simmer 10 minutes; add meatballs; simmer 7-10 minutes Serve over spaghetti.
Servings: 6.