What are traditional Italian meatballs made of?

[Serene]

Curious cooks, what's the deal with traditional Italian meatballs? I've been pondering over this meaty marvel lately, wondering what exactly goes into crafting those flavorful spheres of joy. Any seasoned chefs out there care to share their wisdom?

 

[Daemon09]

Traditional Italian meatballs are typically made of ground beef or a mixture of ground beef and pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.

 

[laplus]

Based on my research.... traditional Italian meatballs, or polpette, are a classic dish with a mix of meats, cheese, and herbs. Delicious and versatile!

 

[rootme]

Traditional Italian meatballs are typically made of ground beef or a mixture of ground beef and pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.

Yup, that's pretty much the drill for making traditional Italian meatballs... I usually throw in a dash of oregano and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for some extra flavor kick...

 

[Jamal_]

Traditional Italian meatballs: where breadcrumbs, garlic, and love unite to create tiny meat comets of happiness.