Itai Meatballs

Directions

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   Heat the oven to 375 F and position a rack in the middle of the oven.
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   Add the onion, cheese, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, salt, red pepper flakes, garlic and eggs into a food processor and process until very smooth.
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   Transfer the mixture to a large bowl along with the beef, pork, breadcrumbs, parsley and oregano and gently mix together until everything is thoroughly combined.
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   Divide the meat into 12 equal parts and roll each between your palms until you have a ball.
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   (Keep in mind these are huge meatballs, about the size of a baseball!)
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    Put the meatballs on a rimmed baking sheet.
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    Bake until the meatballs are firm and just cooked through, 25-30 minutes.
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    Eat alone or eat with tomato sauce or with spaghetti.
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    Inspired by Aida Mollenkamps new book, Keys to the Kitchen.