Mario Batali's Big Turkey Meatballs - Polpette Di Tacchino

A Flavorful Italian Dish for Your Daily Dinner!

skill level

Easy

time

60-120min

servings

2-4

cost

Contributed by : Mario Batali

Jazz up your everyday dinner with this savory meatball dish, or serve it up on a platter for guests at a party. Either way, it'll sure to be a hit!

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ingredients

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step 1

ingredients 2 Cup panko bread crumbs

instructions Soak the bread crumbs in water to cover for 5 minutes. Squeeze out the excess water.
step 2

ingredients 2 Pound ground turkey
4 Ounces prosciutto di parma (cut into 1/8-inch dice)
8 Ounces sweet Italian sausage (casings removed)
3 large eggs (lightly beaten)
1 1/2 - 2 Cup milk
1/2 Cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano
1/4 Cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
3/4 Cup finely chopped Italian parsley
Several gratings of nutmeg
1/2 Cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

instructions In a large bowl, combine the turkey, prosciutto, sausage, bread crumbs, eggs, milk, ¼ cup of the pecorino, the Parmigiano, ½ cup of the parsley, the nutmeg, and ¼ cup of the olive oil and mix very gently with your hands. Season with salt and pepper. Form the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.
step 3

ingredients 2 Cups tomato sauce

instructions Add the tomato to pan and bring to a boil. Place the meatballs in the sauce and return to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
step 4

instructions Transfer to a platter and serve with the remaining ¼ cup each pecorino and parsley sprinkled over the top.
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