The idea for this recipe came to me after reading that published by Nigel Slater in 'Observer Food Monthly few months ago, but since I could not remember the exact ingredients and quantities needed, I created my own version. These meatballs are easy to do, even for novice cooks, as it is almost impossible to make irreparable mistakes. In addition, one can prepare the dough in advance the day before and bake just before serving. If like me you love the Anglo-Saxon tradition, you can serve them for breakfast on weekends, I have accompanied my roast with cherry tomatoes and mushrooms, but you can of course choose to use eggs, toast, beans, etc.. If instead you have to taste a little adventurous then go just as well as quick and delicious dinner, maybe with a nice green salad.
Ingredients (for about 6 / 7 balls)
- 3 slices of bacon, smoked sausage 3 *
- Half an onion white
- finely chopped garlic clove, finely chopped
- A tablespoon of tomato paste
- A spoonful of grain mustard ( like this )
- Two pinches of thyme leaves (fresh or dried )
- A handful of chopped parsley
- An egg
Note on bacon: if can not find it, you can replace it with another sausage, even if the result will not be exactly the same. The Italian bacon is not good because it is too fat, the bacon suggest using English is derived from the back of the pig, and is therefore thinner.
Chop bacon finely (I have blended with the food processor) and put it in a bowl.
the Peel add to the sausages and bacon. Add the remaining ingredients and mix the dough with your hands, so that all the ingredients are well incorporated.
If you have time, cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it cool in the fridge for about 30 minutes, or overnight if you can. If your stomach growls and you can not do to wait any longer before you can eat your delicious meatballs, then fly over even this step.
Preheat the oven to 150 ° C. Place a nonstick skillet on medium heat to warm a little oil. Using your hands, take the form of a plump meatballs and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until they acquire a bit 'of color. Transfer to a baking dish and place in oven to finish cooking for about 25/35 minutes.
When are brownish, covered with a delicious sticky crust, place them on a plate to the accompaniment of your choice and serve immediately. A breakfast like a king ... or queen!
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