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Americans enjoyed most of the food at the scores of Italian restaurants that opened in the twenties, but they couldn’t understand the appeal of spaghetti and tomato sauce: Where was the meat? To accommodate, the restaurants began to top the pasta with meatballs. This recipe takes the dish a step further by adding the Sicilian…

Ingredients:Tomato-mint sauce2 pounds ground lamb3 cups cubed crusty white italian bread, crusts removed, dipped in water1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1 large egg2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, plus 1/4 cup for garnish2 tablespoons coarse salt1 teaspoon chopped fresh oreganoPinch of freshly ground black pepper1/2 cup heavy cream2 tablespoons…

Ingredients:olive oil3 cups (1/2-inch pieces) crusty white Italian bread, crusts removed1 cup whole milk1 pound ground veal1 pound ground beef (80 percent lean)1 pound ground pork1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 medium onion, minced (about 3/4 cup)1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano leaves1 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for…

Redolent of garlic and saffron, these tiny meatballs are a sure hit at any tapas party.Ingredients:8 ounces ground pork8 ounces ground veal4 tablespoons chopped fresh italian parsley2 garlic cloves, minced1 large egg, beaten to blend1 1/2-inch-thick slice french bread, crust removed, soaked in water 3 minutes and squeezed dry1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground black…

Ingredients:2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil½ chopped sweet yellow onion3 cloves chopped garlic1 cup very finely chopped carrots1 cup chopped crimini brown mushrooms2 28-oz cans Italian plum tomatoes (get San Marzano brand if possible)¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley¼ cup chopped fresh basil3 Tbsp tomato paste concentrate in tube¼ cup grated parmesan-romano cheese blendSalt to…

This light, healthy dish found across the Mediterranean is the ideal summer salad. While pine nuts and sumac are not traditional, they add extra crunch and a lemony zip. Serve this tabbouleh alongside some lamb meatballs for a tasty dinner. What to buy: You can find ground sumac in Middle Eastern markets or by mail…

TipHow to Pick Lamb Lamb is readily available in most supermarkets. The freshest lamb will have soft pink and red flesh with marbling throughout. Avoid anything that looks grey in color. Read More 1 of 6 Next: How to Freeze Lamb TipHow to Freeze Lamb Wrap the lamb in it in its original packaging, airtight,…

Here’s an excellent reason to make a beeline for the ground-chicken section of the meat department: moist, flavorful meatballs speckled with pancetta and glazed with tomato paste. These are wonderful made with white or dark meat.Ingredients:3 red bell peppers, cut into strips1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided1 1/2 tablespoons drained capers1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar1/8…

Here’s an excellent reason to make a beeline for the ground-chicken section of the meat department: moist, flavorful meatballs speckled with pancetta and glazed with tomato paste. These are wonderful made with white or dark meat.Ingredients:3 red bell peppers, cut into strips1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided1 1/2 tablespoons drained capers1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar1/8…