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Gordon Ramsay Meatballs Recipe

Chef Gordon Ramsay's Traditional Italian meatballs combine quality like ground beef and pork with culinary excellence to create the ultimate comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Sides
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 shallots, peeled and finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 red pepper, finely sliced
  • 1 ounce dry white wine
  • 2 cans chopped tomatoes
  • A small bunch of basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

To Serve

  • Extra grated Italian Romano cheese

Instructions
 

Prepare the Meatballs:

  • In a bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in milk.
  • Combine the soaked breadcrumbs, ground beef, pork, halved garlic cloves, chopped parsley, and grated Romano cheese in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the ingredients until well combined. Form the mixture into small meatballs.
  • Lightly dust the meatballs with flour.

Cook the Meatballs:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Make the Sauce:

  • In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Add the diced shallots, chopped garlic, and sliced red pepper. Cook until softened.
  • Deglaze the pan with the dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits.
  • Add the canned tomatoes, basil, and oregano. Bring to a simmer.
  • Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let them simmer in the sauce for about 20-30 minutes.
  • Serve the meatballs hot with a sprinkle of extra-grated Romano cheese.
  • Accompany with pasta, bread, or as desired.

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Notes

Gordon Ramsay meatballs Adapted from the Ultimate Cookery TV Show.