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Parmesan-dusted meatballs

Servings:
Serves 8-10 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 pound ground beef chuck
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1 pound large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 3 tablespoon dried currants
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation

Baking Directions:

In a food processor, pulse 1/3 cup almonds with sugar until finely ground.

Coarsely chop remaining almonds.

In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and milk.

Add almonds and remaining ingredients, except oil.

Mix until combined.

Form into 1-inch balls.

Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat.

Add half the meatballs, and saute until they are cooked through, about 7 minutes.

Transfer meatballs to a platter.

Repeat with the remaining oil and meatballs.

Garnish with Parmesan, and serve immediately.