Looking for the real Italian meatballs recipe — just like Nonna used to make?
These authentic Italian meatballs (polpette) are soft, juicy, and simmered slowly in rich tomato sauce. Perfect for Sunday lunch or a cozy family dinner.
🇮🇹 Traditional and easy to make, this recipe is straight from the Italian kitchen — no shortcuts, no cream, no gimmicks. Just love, garlic, and a slow simmer.
📋 Ingredients (serves 4):
• 500g ground beef
• 2 eggs
• 60g breadcrumbs
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 30g grated Parmigiano
• Fresh parsley (chopped)
• Salt & pepper
• Olive oil
• 500ml tomato passata
• 1 onion
• Basil leaves (optional)
👨🍳 Step-by-step instructions:
Mix beef, eggs, garlic, parsley, Parmigiano, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
Form into small meatballs.
Lightly fry until golden.
Sauté onion, add passata, simmer.
Add meatballs, cover, cook 30–40 min.
Serve with bread and do the scarpetta!
💡 Secret tip: Simmer longer (even 1 hour!) for extra tenderness.
❤️ Extra soul: Add a spoonful of love and enjoy the true flavor of Italy.
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