Meatballs

Cooking Venezuelan

Ingredients for Meatballs

• 1 lb. ground lean beef
• 1/4 lb. boiled ham, ground
• 2 finely chopped onions
• 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• - Salt and pepper
• 4 tablespoons oil
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 4 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup dry white wine
• - Beef stock

Preparation of Meatballs

1. In a bowl combine the ground beef with ham, 1 chopped onion, bread-crumbs, beaten eggs, salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly and form into balls about 1 inch in diameter.

2. In a skillet heat the oil and sauté the meatballs until they are browned all over. Transfer to a saucepan.

3. In a blender combine the other chopped onion with the parsley, tomatoes, salt, pepper and wine. Blend until the mixture is smooth. Pour over the meatballs, adding a little beef stock to barely cover. Simmer, covered, over low heat until meatballs are cooked, 20 minutes. Serve with rice or potatoes.