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Red Wine Braised Meatballs

Savor Every Bite of Red Wine Braised Meatballs Tonight

Enjoy the indulgent flavors of Red Wine Braised Meatballs, a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or ground beef/pork
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free options available
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil any cooking oil will work
  • 1 medium Carrot finely diced
  • 1 stalk Celery finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste substitute with crushed tomatoes if needed
  • 1 cup Red Wine hearty variety recommended
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth works for lighter flavors
For the Polenta
  • 1 cup Polenta instant or traditional
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh Parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt and pepper. Add chopped onion and garlic. Combine and form into meatballs.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown for 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and sauté diced onion, carrot, and celery for about 5 minutes until soft. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then pour in red wine and chicken broth.
  4. Return meatballs to skillet, cover and braise for 20-30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  5. In a saucepan, bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Slowly whisk in polenta and stir until thick and creamy. Stir in butter and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Serve polenta topped with meatballs and sauce. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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