How To Make The Best Italian Meatballs - Bobby's Kitchen Basics

[@LauraintheKitchen]

Give me some of those meatballs!!!!! So yummy looking!! My nonna would be proud! 👌🏻

[@aleonm5197]

Laura in the Kitchen what are the odds? I'm just from watching your swedish meatballs tutorial!

[@BobbyParrish]

I was actually thinking to myself...man..I hope Laura would approve ;) Grazie mille amica!

[@holdthebaconyt4273]

what Laura doing in here....

[@kenkev1935]

Well done you had a great approve with Laura....it doesn't get better then that. Spread the love ppl.....nice💕

[@AirrowRocket]

You can't cook as well as he can!

[@talkativenatasha]

Yo this man can cook. He's not just mixing stuff together you can literally see he knows what he's doing. Amazing

[@leoinsf]

Bobby, this is one of your best shows. As an Italian, your version might be Polish, but they are Italian to the core. Thank you! Thank you!

[@DaveOriginallyfromBrooklyn]

Bulgarian. Not Polish

[@BobbyParrish]

Try a bottle of my fav olive oil for $1: bit.ly/2yWv3pL Macros per meatball, recipe makes 13 meatballs: 53 calories 8.9 grams of fat 1.67 grams of net carbs 1.76 grams of total carbs 10.9 grams of protein Less than 1 gram of fiber Macros per ½ cup of marinara sauce: 60 calories 4 grams of fat 10 grams of net carbs(12 total carbs) 2 grams of fiber 2 grams of protein

[@ramonaearnest4709]

Just have to say Thank you, thank you for this recipe .. I made it last night and had left overs today.. love it! My meatballs never were all that good but these are amazing! I'm starting to enjoy cooking which I never did before. I love having recipes that are easy to make and is healthy for me... it's a win win!! Recently I made the Cheddar Bay Biscuits and OMG they were so good so moist!! Please keep up the good work and giving such great information... priceless!!!!

[@Cracyfox4359]

Hello fro Western Australia. I could eat meatballs all day. My mom and nonna used to make meatballs like this, but they used bread crumbs and a few eggs. Milk was in short supply which is why the use of eggs. Thank you for the informative video.

[@revcounselor]

Finally an instructional video that recognizes those of us who have ethical problems with veal and gives us an alternative. Thank you. I'm a fan!

[@fashionismypassiongirl660]

Omg, I totally love you!😍 I made this and my entire family (3 kids and husband) was in heaven with the taste and texture. I absolutely love the recipe and will make this over and over again. Thank you so much! 💜 xox 😁

[@BobbyParrish]

so happy to hear that!! woohoo

[@lotteleymoore-daigle9623]

Making meatballs again. This year using beef and pork. Could not find veal. I used an electric grinder to prepare my meat 🥩 Excited about the outcome.

[@catspaw3092]

Dipping my hands in water so the ingredients won't stick that's genius I will definitely be trying your recipe your meatballs look so good.

[@katherinecornette5315]

Just wanted to say how I appreciate your videos! You are a great teacher! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@safensecure67]

Great Video. All your tips and advice are spot on. Nothing is worse than watching and learning a recipe video with bad tips. Some people just want to make videos. You have done your homework over the years and it shows.

[@jessicahuh4605]

Best meatballs I ever had!! So yummy so soft/fluffy/tender!! Thanks Bobby! I started to enjoy cooking following your recepies!

[@brigittefregault6411]

Made those today. I did not have ground beef, pork, and veal. I used venison meat. They came out delicious! The best meatballs I ever made:)) And your marinara sauce recipe is the best! You're awesome! Thanks so much for all your great videos:))

[@Jean2DaBean]

hardest working chef on youtube, I love this channel! can I make a request for a video with a bunch of sauces that are good on different meats? and a bunch of dressings for salad? ive been feeling saucy :)

[@BobbyParrish]

saucy alert!!!! this is a really good idea for a basics videos Jeanie. thanks for the love!!

[@stake6957]

Best chef on KZbin, hands down. I like how Bobby always explains the reason behind something (use this pan, buy this tomato, let it sit for 15min because of this)….awesome. These meatballs are bomb !

[@BobbyParrish]

Thanks so much for the nice words! Happy you love the meatballs too (I love them!)!!!

[@tnlove882]

This man is one of the best on here as far as teaching you

[@voiceofwisdom9596]

You have me so hangry at this point for those delicious looking meatballs....Thanks so much for sharing your recipe!

[@BobbyParrish]

so glad you like the meatballs!

[@christophercardono6274]

I miss my Italain Grandma Millie flavor Old Italy meatballs with ground beef mix with Italian sausage and spices.It is so delicious and make you fall in love with her cooking in all of her homemade Italian dishes.Make she rest in Peace.

[@Dmackie66]

Just made these meatballs, not the sauce, they are Fantastic! Thank you Bobby! My husband Loved them as well! I’m cooking up the Biscottis right now, they too are Amazing! Both are Full of Flavor.... But on FlavCity we couldn’t expect less!

[@janet3518]

I am snowed in today trying many meatball recipes. I found frying is much better than baking them. I did finish them off in the oven.

[@kathleenquinlan4316]

I made your Italian meatballs tonight....I’m in Ireland and we’re 6 hours ahead of Chicago....wow! An instant hit!

[@lotteleymoore-daigle9623]

I just made the meatballs today. Minus the cheese 🧀 because I could not find it. They taste good 😋😋 . Really tasty 😋 Thank You

[@christinecoates2499]

Awesome Bobby. I live in Italy and these are exactly like the ones we make here. I only use fresh herbs and fresh chopped garlic in the mixture. Absolutely delicious.

[@melferas4331]

I cooked it for my husband, he ate them, it was the only time he every ate my food, before he hated anything I cooked.Thank you

[@robertmalone3997]

Mel Feras that’s good your husband And you won’t have to break up

[@melferas4331]

@@robertmalone3997 😂

[@ArtbyPaulPetro]

I made these tonight...in fcat i'm eating 4 of them right now with a pile of Gluten free pasta, slice of bread, and some broccoli ...all I can say is anyone here who is thinking of trying this recipe just DO IT!!!!! they are awesome!!!!!

[@jeffchilds8050]

So, I followed your recipe last night except no veal (could not find) and garlic powder (I am allergic). This was fantastic. tks

[@ifynweke4953]

Jeff Childs if you look for a meatloaf mix at the supermarket it usually comes with 1/2 of each already put together in a pack

[@jeffchilds8050]

@@ifynweke4953 Tks for the info, but I am kinda picky about where I shop. I go to an old fashioned butcher who has all organic beef, including grass-fed. I turns out that they have veal in the frozen section.

[@shinebabyshine.]

Macros per meatball! Yes! Thank you so much for all the work you do

[@BobbyParrish]

i know right...i am a details man ;)

[@noahsmith5719]

The most important lesson I learned from this video is the value of the splatterguard!

[@ArtbyPaulPetro]

i have never made meatballs in my life.....or homemade sauce for that matter, but sometime this winter I am gonna give it a try using your recipes! thank you!

[@msbrandymo]

@Bobby Parrish I'm years late... I'm so used to bell peppers and onions in meatballs. IDK how/why fam did. Maternal great grandpa Italian (long gone b4 me), paternal grandma was a maid/cook for Italian family. But not sure she used bell peppers, def remember onions. I miss her recipe! Was better than my moms- both gone now)

[@nuris8808]

I was lazy and finally tried now. Love it so much!! But shimmering part was different for me. After 20 mins opening lid on sauce pan, still meatball inside was a bit rare which was pink colour. I think I can get full same ingredient especially tomato sauce. We don't have it in Korea, so i used different brand. But i still loved it. Thank you :)

[@jeankeats3200]

Oh berother!!!! Do they look good. I never thought to sautee carrot and celery as a base for my sauce. I sautee garlic in olive oil with a pat of butter. I add some of my Rao's and let it bubble a bit then I add diced tomato that I put through the sieve. This way I don't need to add sugar because I've strained out the skins. Mine is zesty but not hot, a nice sunny and rich tomato flavor. I'd like to try the carrot celery thing though! Thank you for posting.

[@helenm3133]

I can't remember EVER binge-watching a cooking show, but you got this Nana doing it. I can't get enough of your recipes. I'm exhausted but happy as hell with how my dishes are turning out. You're smart and funny and I'm thoroughly enjoying your presentations. I've also watched your visits to Costco and Trader Joe's, and had fun stocking up. Unfortunately, your splash guard (metal handle) is unavailable now (I have a feeling I know why!). Keep it coming, we appreciate you!

[@BobbyParrish]

you are so sweet helen, thanks much!! you can take a nap from binging now ;) Here a different guard I recommend now..amzn.to/2Mkb8Wj

[@caccamotify]

Thank you .. I did not know about the olive oil at the end. I was raised in an Italian family and I don't recall my family doing that. Awesome. Hugs

[@peteto818]

Bobby speaking Bulgarian is the best thing ever! You and Dessi are awesome. Keep up the good work and the tasty recipes. Много поздрави от България

[@BobbyParrish]

merci nogu!!!! Thanks for the love from the BG!

[@malavila4347]

In my country, Serbia, we prep meatballs this way and call it : Cufte u sosu 💓 You are great chef!

[@BobbyParrish]

Thanks! My wife is Bulgarian, and they call it kiufte as well.

[@malavila4347]

@@BobbyParrish 💓

[@rubinakabadian2234]

Thank you Bobby. I am watching always yours videos excellent 😄🙏

[@henrymichal8522]

Elevating some humble ingredients. Have made similar, but like your use of dried garlic and onion powders. This totally works. I want an offset spatula. Always learn something from your channel. Cheers Bobby.

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks henry...oh that reminds me..i need to put the offset spatula in the description box..thanks

[@khorshidkhatir5851]

Thanks Babby for always giving tips on your recipes! I made meatballs and chicken wings with your recipes and they were super delicious and tasty😘🔥

[@duckielove2286]

I tried to find those meatballs at Aldi’s, still no luck. I’m excited you have a meatball video!

[@taratara34]

Tried so many youtube recipes for meatballs, this is superior by far

[@heidivernathorbjornsen475]

Sautéed chopped mushrooms in butter -add with some Parmesan & mozzarella cheese to meat mixture instead of breadcrumbs if one wants Keto- the mushrooms add a nice lighter texture.

[@jeannestrauss946]

I am trying that recipe this week for my husband! I know he will love them!🌻Thank you!

[@situationganng3009]

Jeanne Strauss Can you let me know how they turn out pls ? i cook for my family and currently my grandpa is known for having the best meatballs and i wanna take his spot lol

[@maxinejacobson4006]

I always put the meat mixture on a cutting board, press it gently into an oblong about an inch and a half high, cut it into squares the size that you want the meatballs to be, then shape. This way they’re all the same size and you don’t have to keep digging into the mixture.

[@barbaragreene7500]

I like the 3 meats ! Beef, veal and pork delicious!

[@valerierosel2399]

Bravo. These look delicious in your pomodoro sauce. Where I am, they add these on top of purè (mashed potatoes). Ciao from Treviso, Italy!

[@EfieAduaneKitchen]

Very nice. I will love to try this with vegetable rice 🍚 thanks

[@fugitivetattoo]

RI Italians use eggs instead of milk in the bread. Stick slices of bread in blender and pulse it a couple of times. Fresh bread crumbs.

[@makeupgirl8886]

Thank you so much for the olive oil tips! I did not know that regular olive oil had such a high smoke point. I've only ever used evoo. I love your channel!

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks Becky! Save the evoo for drizzling at the end ;) but to e honest..i cook with evoo from costco..the price is right!

[@ПетърКарамитров]

@@BobbyParrish I guess you are aware, but Olive oil become toxic when you heat it too much. It`s not recommendable to use it for this purposes :) or say it on Bulgarian : Зехтина става токсичен при високи температури и не се препоръчва да се пържи с него :) Regards.

[@debrahorst8154]

Those meatballs looks amazing! For Keto, could you substitute crushed pork skin for the bread crumbs? Thanks!

[@AkaniTV]

YASSSSS these look amazing. I love your videos but I wasn’t sure if I’d see you using bread in your recipe. THANK YOU for using real bread soaked in milk. I’ll be making these tomorrow! 😁

[@anthonyagnone5440]

That's the way Nawny showed me to make meatballs and tomato sauce. Exactly right and magnificent. BTW. What to add a special effect. Add pork ribs to the sause at first then the balls. The ribs add a pork flavor falls off the bones. Simmer for hour and half then add balls last half hour. Manga bene. Stay true to heritage and can't go wrong.

[@BobbyParrish]

That sounds amazing! Thanks!

[@kandyceedwards9135]

Looks delicious Bobby! Thanks for looking out for your Keto fam. Your channel is literally the best! :)

[@BobbyParrish]

I always do Kandy, much appreciated ❤️🙌🏻👨🏼‍🍳👩🏻‍🍳

[@WOODR52]

Great recipe.. I will have my kitchen staff order all of the ingredients from New York delis and prepare this meal for me in California. Thanks-

[@mauricethomas2252]

Invite me

[@yvettejones4249]

Looks delicious. I'm here at work salivating!!!!

[@JelenaBraum]

Hm, I never do my meatballs with bread or other fillings (perhaps except for raw rice in meatballs for avgolemono), I always thought it was there just to lower the price (more meatballs, less meat). I think I reconsider it and compare the textures. Thanks for the explanation.

[@BobbyParrish]

defo about texture..not price! and i love avgolemono!

[@DnG100]

Can’t wait to make this for the hubby tonight ! 😻😻

[@BobbyParrish]

👍🏼

[@sebastiantoplician1093]

Hey man! I am loving your channel! Just discovered it today during lunch. I love cooking, huge passion of mine. I've been looking for some great KZbinrs, and you've got yourself a new sub! Looking forward to supporting and watching all your videos. Cheers!

[@Michelle-we4pb]

Just gained a new subbie! Macros per meatball, plus thoughtful keto tips! Bro!... You got me. This looks divine

[@klimtkahlo]

You never disappoint! Just brilliant!!! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks Klimt..i try not to ;)

[@izabellaorban3484]

I just made the softest and tastiest meatballs ever, thanks to Bobby!!!

[@WatchTashi]

Every Italian cook calls it the holy trinity.

[@lisawhitehead8242]

Hey Bobby, exactly what pan do you use in this video to sear the meatballs? Thanks!!

[@vivalospepes1402]

Glad we found your spectacular channel. You have terrific recipes

[@dianawest3976]

Love those meatballs..gotta try them...BTW, my Mom taught me the breadcrumb in milk trick for moist meatloaf...works great (and she’s not Italian!) ☺️💕

[@Ramyapad19]

Just saw this now yum looks delicious will be making your crackers bbq sauce and cauliflower fried rice as well your bagels biscotti bread and muffins soon for my office lunches and snacks saw your dad on your stories today finally you finally uploaded the video on Friday other days you uploaded the videos now you are back to uploading the videos on Friday my comments are still there on your posts and community tabs didnt delete them if you need the sun come to Singapore for sun and raining love your dad and stories always birghten up my day love your videos making me hungry Thanks Ramya

[@BobbyParrish]

that sounds great Ramya..enjoy!

[@AmericanTadka]

Oh YUM I will have to try out this recipe! I'm loving your colorful kitchen!

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks much!! let me know how it goes!

[@ekiilu7805]

Didnt have veal so used pork, beef and chopped prosciutto. These are hands down the lightest most flavorful meatballs ever.

[@BobbyParrish]

oh wow..great call with the prosciutto!

[@CareMcCandless]

This is the exact recipe I needed! Can I freeze them for future meals? In a freezer zip lock?

[@bennny1991]

Vodichkata vinagi pomaga! lol I'm so making those on Sunday!!! They look yummilicious!!!

[@BobbyParrish]

ha, verno!!! let me know how it goes and make sure to review the recipe our new site ;)

[@bennny1991]

@@BobbyParrish I will for sure ;)

[@Nathanroom]

Best cheff on youtube !

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks so much!!

[@rkb3573]

Holy cow am i hungry now. Nice job.

[@tedrichardson3779]

Very well done. Your videos all have a good vibe and are quite informative. Looking forward to more from this new subscription!

[@kenkev1935]

I just finish watching your video....I really love the way your explain everything...funny your name is bobby I jump into see it and it was you....guess what I just subscribed n I would be watching you....thank you for what you are doing....💕

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks so much for the sub, we really appreciate it!

[@carolbenson6524]

I watched your video on the meatballs to see if your recipe was any different than mine..but actually its just about the same as mine. I do one other recipe that just uses Italian sausage and beef. Your meatballs look superlicious!

[@lizmiddleton2382]

Thanks Bobby for the great recipe. I got to make them tomorrow. I m going to try it.😉😉😉

[@cclatinchic1]

Bobby, thanks for always offering an option for those on keto!

[@BobbyParrish]

i always try to!!

[@MackenzieStithh]

love this going to make it tonight

[@ornsiripiehl6016]

Thank you Bobby you the best

[@ls3850]

Love your videos and recipes!

[@xsophiet16]

Thumbs up coz I’m team crust!

[@WelbyCoffeeSpill]

Never heard of an olive oil drizzle on the finished product! Interesting!

[@BobbyParrish]

really??? its very common in Italian cuisine..some really good evoo will transform the flavor of a dish!

[@WelbyCoffeeSpill]

@@BobbyParrish ya, maybe I missed it but I've seen meatball vids on KZbin an don't remember Anyone drizzling olive oil on 'after' cooking it. But I will now! Thanks!

[@chrism364]

Great tips Bobby Thanks

[@mariaserpa-gauvin8405]

Meatballs look amazing! Going shopping tomorrow to make my own

[@ilovejesus9303]

Thanks mine always come out compact and hard. I will try this method.

[@jenniferdelillo691]

Looks great!cant wait to try it

[@aaronoasis2941]

Awesome will be trying this recipe thanks 😃

[@sky2k316]

Wow these are the best meatballs I have ever had,

[@traceycosta9196]

Omg they look amazing. Going to make this recipe. I'm in Australian and never heard of those tomatoes you mentioned so will have to settle for some other brand

[@BobbyParrish]

san marzano tomatoes??? just use any good quality tin tomatoes...i am coming to aussie in march and will investigate ;)

[@sandraschehl7032]

my keto meatballs have 1/2 bag of crushed pork rinds and 2 tbsp of hwc instead of the bread/milk. everything else is pretty much the same and they are DELISH!!

[@sandraschehl7032]

btw I cook mine in my airfryer, if you have one, that is the way to go IMO!

[@BobbyParrish]

i dont have one..they are too darn big!

[@its.nathalievictoria]

Definitely going to try this out next!! Looks so good 😍

[@rosinikolova2320]

Bobbie, your mother in law has taught you how to make meatballs :) Greetings from Bulgaria

[@jasonshoraka1098]

Good video and lots of information thank you!

[@wowcarol2941]

Just tasted italian meatballs in our test kitchen. It was so yummy! Thanks for this video. Hope i can recreate this 😊

[@BobbyParrish]

let me know how it goes, thanks!

[@karend4055]

Bobby can you do a section on how you keep your cutting board so clean. I see you cutting all kinds of stuff on it yet it does not appear stained or in bad condition. I love using wooden boards but they get stained and I keep hearing they are bad for bacteria. I do have the plastic ones for meats, fish, chicken and veggies to lessen cross contamination for meal preps but I keep my wooden ones for bread, baking and day to day stuff.

[@BobbyParrish]

karen, you are the 2nd person to ask that today...so yes..i will d it! wash wit hot soapy water after each use and rub down with mineral oil and paper towels every few weeks to keep the wood shiny and new looking ;) never use cooking oil...only mineral..buy at cvs

[@karend4055]

FlavCity with Bobby Parrish thanks Bobby rhe mineral oil was the step I was missing.

[@bettybarrow152]

Thanks.

[@tinaferguson5241]

Cruty meatballs are the best!

[@loriburnett4188]

4:43😂😂🤣😂🤣. I’m Trying to Follow his recipe, but when he said “ squashyballs”... I busted out Laughing!!! Lol. I was Done 😂😂😂😂😂

[@toddetter636]

Awesome recipe!! Just got your book. Making something new everyday. Quick question. My meatballs were falling apart during cooking. Any tips on what I did wrong.

[@sexysilversurfer]

Todd Etter my guess would be not enough egg or tooo much breadcrumbs.