Ingredients:

• 3 slices of white bread, crusts removed and diced
• 2/3 cup milk or cold water
• 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15 fat content)
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced bread with the milk or water.
   • Let it soak for about 5 minutes, then mash it with a fork to create a bread crumb-like texture.
2. Add the ground beef, ground turkey, shredded Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
   • Mix everything together gently using your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Shape the mixture into meatballs:
   • Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per meatball (an ice cream scoop works great for this).
   • With wet hands, roll the mixture into 1 ½-inch meatballs.

1. To Sauté:
   • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
   • Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs to the pan, making sure not to overcrowd them.
   • Cook in batches, turning every 2 minutes, for a total of 6-8 minutes, or until evenly browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
2. To Bake:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F.
   • Place the meatballs on a lined baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
   • Bake for 20-23 minutes, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 160°F.
   • For a golden brown finish, broil them for the last 2-3 minutes.

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