Florentine Meatballs

[xxscj1678]

Hi there, meatball lovers! Looking for a delicious twist on classic meatballs? Check out these flavorful Florentine Meatballs! Packed with spinach, turkey, and a creamy cheese sauce, they're a perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Give them a try and get ready to impress your taste buds!

Florentine Meatballs
Ingredients:

• 1 box frozen spinach, defrosted in the microwave
• 1 1/3 pound (1 package) ground turkey breast
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped, divided
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 large egg
• 1 3/4 cups milk, divided
• 3/4 cup bread crumbs (about 3 handfuls)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (about 2 palm fulls)
• Coarse salt and black pepper
• Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 (10-ounce) sack shredded provolone or blend of Italian cheeses
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (eyeball it)
• 1/4 cup parsley leaves, chopped

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Wring out the defrosted spinach in a clean kitchen towel. In a bowl, place the ground turkey and make a well in the middle. Add the spinach, all but 3 tablespoons of the chopped onion, garlic, egg, about 1/4 cup milk, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Form into 12 large balls and drizzle with olive oil. Arrange on a nonstick cookie sheet and roast for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
3. While the meatballs are in the oven, heat a small saucepot over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and the butter. Once melted, add the remaining finely chopped onion and cook for 2 minutes. Then, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Next, whisk in 1 1/2 cups milk and 1 cup chicken stock. Bring the liquid to a boil, then stir in the shredded provolone or blended Italian cheeses. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg, then turn the heat to the lowest setting.
4. Place 3 meatballs on each dinner plate and top with the sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Enjoy these flavorful Florentine Meatballs!

 

[Popsickle]

These Florentine Meatballs are a delicious twist on a classic! Bursting with flavor!

 

[bini_colet]

Wow, this Florentine Meatballs recipe looks amazing! I love the combination of spinach and Parmesan cheese in the meatballs. It seems like a flavorful twist on the classic dish. I can't wait to try making these for dinner this week! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

 

[xxscj1678]

Wow, this Florentine Meatballs recipe looks amazing! I love the combination of spinach and Parmesan cheese in the meatballs. It seems like a flavorful twist on the classic dish. I can't wait to try making these for dinner this week! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled you're excited about the Florentine Meatballs recipe! Spinach and Parmesan really do make a magical combination, don't they? I hope your dinner turns out fantastic! Let me know how it goes!

 

[Kitty]

Ah, Florentine Meatballs, a delectable blend of Italian flavors that never fails to tantalize the taste buds! Imagine tender meatballs, lovingly seasoned with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, nestled in a bed of rich tomato sauce and spinach. With each bite, you're greeted by the hearty warmth of home-cooked comfort, perfectly complemented by the vibrant freshness of the spinach. Whether served over a mound of al dente pasta or enjoyed on their own as a savory appetizer, Florentine Meatballs are sure to delight with every savory mouthful!