Italian Meatballs just like grandma made with a blend of both ground beef and pork along with directions for cooking 3 different ways.
Using a kitchen tablespoon, scoop about a spoonful and quickly fry off in a pan to test for seasonings. Add any additional salt or pepper to taste.
Preheat the oven to 375° degrees,
Use a baking sheet with a cooking rack if possible.
Bake, turning once after 15 min.- cook another 15 min. until nicely browned
Add to sauce until ready to serve.
Heat a large frying pan/skillet over medium heat. (A small amount of olive oil may be needed if the meatballs are really lean).
Allow them to form a nice sear before turning them; 2-3 minutes.
Turn and cook on all remaining sides.
Add to sauce until ready to serve.
STOVETOP: Drop raw balls into sauce and allow to cook in the sauce for about 30 minutes on a low simmer.
OVEN: If oven cooking your sauce, place them gently in the suace and allow to cook for 40 minutes in a 350° degrees oven, covered.
SLOW COOKER: Gently add them to the sauce in the slow cooker, 1 hour on high and 2 on low.