Italian Meatballs

By KimberlyB

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tsp butter
• 1 1/2 tsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, minced
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 TBS finely minced fresh parsley (or 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning)
• 3/4 tsp table salt
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup canned beef broth or chicken broth
• 1/4 cup white wine

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.

Remove onion to large mixing bowl and add beef, egg, parsley (or Italian seasoning), salt, and red pepper flakes; mix well to combine.

With damp hands, roll forty-eight 1/2 inch meatballs.

Place same skillet over medium-low heat. Add meatballs, broth, and wine; simmer until cooked through, turning meatballs once during cooking, about 20 minutes.

3 Smartpoints per serving