Polpette Alla Casalinga

Polpette Alla Casalinga


1. Soak the pieces of bread in 1/2 cup milk for 5 minutes, then squeeze them dry and discard the milk.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and mix vigorously with both hands or beat with a wooden spoon until all of the ingredients are well blended and the mixture is smooth and fluffy.

3. Shape the mixture into small balls about

4. 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

5. Lay the meatballs out in one layer on a flat tray or baking sheet, cover them with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.

6. Heat 1/4 cup of olive or vegetable oil in a heavy 10 to 12 inch skillet until a light haze forms over it.

7. Fry meatballs 5-6 at a time over moderately high heat, shaking the pan constantly to roll the balls and help keep them round.

8. In 8-10 minutes the meatballs would be brown outside a d show no trace of pink inside.

9. Add more olive or vegetable oil as needed.

10. Serve the meatballs hot in your favorite tomato sauce.

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