Barbara:
Comfort food is my jam - and since I love both meatballs and mashed potatoes, this is a no-brainer for me. If I could, I think I'd eat this combo eve...
It would be hard to think of a more comforting, more snuggly classic Italian meal than meatballs simmered in tomato sauce and served with a rich accompanying side serving of creamy mashed potatoes. And while we're heading towards warmer weather for the spring, comfort food knows no seasons and is perfect any time of the year. So, if you're feeling the need for some home cooked, classic Italian fare, whip up our best Italian meatballs and tomato sauce recipe today. Pair it with the richness of Italian mashed potatoes and you'll meet your comfort food requirements for everyone lucky enough to share your dinner table today.
Homemade Italian meatballs with tomato sauce are a cinch to pull together with our genuine Tuscan recipe, and we've yet to meet one household that doesn't share our enthusiasm for amazing homemade Italian recipes, especially classics like Italian meatballs and tomato sauce. Be sure to have some good quality country-style Italian bread to mop up this juicy tomato sauce, and might we also suggest a great glass of Italian wine to join your genuine Italian meatball recipe?
In this dish, a combination of the vivacity of the tomatoes, the succulence of the meatballs and the creaminess of the purée, is perfectly matched with a red wine with character, a nice tannic texture, but young and fresh sensation, such as a vintage Chianti. A Freisa Piemontese is also excellent for its floral notes. For those looking for originality, try a Lambrusco di Sorbara or other bubbles with a lively, fruity character.
Try it with...
Filippo Bartolotta
Step
1
Of 4
Place potato in medium-sized pot of boiling water. Once cooked through, remove from water, allow to rest until cool enough to handle. While potato is cooking, remove sausage casing, discard.
Remove peel, place in medium-sized bowl and using potato masher or food mill smash until smooth and no lumps remain.
Line baking tray with waxed paper, set aside. In large mixing bowl, combine minced beef, sausage filling, smashed potato, and egg yolk. Adjust to taste with salt and pepper.
Combine ingredients well, roll into midsize balls, and place onto baking tray. Set aside, preheat oven to 190C.
Step
2
Of 4
Remove peel from garlic clove and yellow or white onion, finely mince both and set aside. Clean parsley thoroughly, finely mince and set aside.
Coat bottom of large sauce pot with extra-virgin olive oil and when heated through, add minced garlic, onion, and parsley.
Allow to cook over medium-low heat. Add canned tomatoes, adjust to taste with salt. Allow to cook over medium-low heat for at least 1 hour.
Step
3
Of 4
Bring large soup pot of salted water to boil. When ready, place potatoes into boiling salted water.
Boil until cooked through, remove from heat and when cool enough to handle, remove peels.
Place into large bowl, and using food mill or potato masher, smash until smooth and free from lumps.
In small saucepan, heat milk and butter together. Remove from heat once butter is melted and milk heated through.
Add to smashed potatoes. Blend well using spatula or heavy wire whisk until mixture is smooth and creamy.
Adjust to taste with salt and pepper. Cover to keep warm.
Step
4
Of 4
Cook preshaped meatballs in preheated oven for at least 10 minutes or until they’re cooked through. Be careful not to overcook meatballs as they dry out easily.
Place portion onto individual serving dishes, and top with fresh tomato sauce.
Add serving of warm mashed potatoes next to meatballs, serve immediately while still warm.
Try it with...
Filippo Bartolotta
Montpulciano d'Abruzzo Wines - one of the most prestigious red grape vines.
View productSicilian Nero d'Avola Wine from the Duca di Salaparuta Estate
View productCampomaccione is a wine that is created in the estate of the same name, and is the expression of the Zingarelli family’s desire to explore an area where the winemaking tradition has truly ancient origins.
View productMontpulciano d'Abruzzo Wines - one of the most prestigious red grape vines.
View productSicilian Nero d'Avola Wine from the Duca di Salaparuta Estate
View productCampomaccione is a wine that is created in the estate of the same name, and is the expression of the Zingarelli family’s desire to explore an area where the winemaking tradition has truly ancient origins.
View productBarbara Monday 15th of March 2021
A few steps away from Meatball bliss!
Comfort food is my jam - and since I love both meatballs and mashed potatoes, this is a no-brainer for me. If I could, I think I'd eat this combo every single day. A super simple recipe to follow, I'm just loving the ease factor but the major taste experience I get when I make this. Awesome!