Brandy-Infused Meatballs with Parmesan and Ham

Brandy-Infused Meatballs with Parmesan and Ham

These Brandy-Infused Meatballs offer a sophisticated twist on traditional Italian meatballs, featuring a blend of lean beef, ham, and Parmesan. Perfect as an appetizer or entrée, this dish is enhanced with a rich brandy sauce, making it ideal for parties and special occasions.
Portions:4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time:25 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups of lean ground beef
  • cup of chopped cooked ham
  • 2 egg yolks
  • cup of Parmesan cheese freshly grated if available
  • 1 tablespoon of parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of heavy cream
  • Flour as needed for dusting
  • ¼ cup of butter
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 tablespoons of water
  • 1 tablespoon of brandy
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, chopped ham, egg yolks, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, heavy cream, and salt and pepper.
  • Mix thoroughly using your hands until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Shape the mixture into meatballs, dampening your hands as needed to prevent sticking.
  • Lightly dust the meatballs with flour.
  • In a sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over low heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
  • Increase the heat to high and add the meatballs to the pan.
  • Cook each meatball for about 1 minute on each side to brown the exterior.
  • Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking the meatballs for an additional 15 minutes.
  • The meatballs may remain slightly pink in the center.
  • Transfer the cooked meatballs to a serving bowl and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add 3 tablespoons of water and heat for a few seconds, then add the brandy.
  • Using a whisk, stir the mixture, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Cook the sauce until it thickens slightly.
  • Pour the brandy sauce over the meatballs and serve immediately.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Pair with a robust red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or a bold Chianti to complement the rich flavors of the meat and brandy sauce.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 480 kcal | Carbohydrates: 5 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 38 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Salt: 700 mg
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