marsala veal meatballs with fresh sage

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beulah, MI
Updated on Jan 20, 2026

These meatballs are moist and the Marsala takes the sauce to a new level.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground veal
  • 2 slices white bread, crust removed and torn
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt
  • 10 sage leaves, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup Marsala wine
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

How To Make marsala veal meatballs with fresh sage

  • Step 1
    Take the torn bread and add the milk. Break up the bread and get it really moistened by the milk. Adding more milk if needed.
  • Step 2
    Place the veal in a bowl. Add the bread mixture, parmesan cheese, garlic, and half the sage leaves. Season well with salt.
  • Step 3
    Mix well and roll into walnut-sized balls.
  • Step 4
    Add the butter to a large pan, or work in batches. Brown the meatball in the butter.
  • Step 5
    Add the wine and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and let it reduce for about 15 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Remove the meatballs to a plate and add the heavy cream. Whisk and cook 3 more minutes.
  • Step 7
    Spoon the sauce over the meatballs and garnish with the remaining sage.

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Ingredient: Beef
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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