The culinary science: Meatballs are rich in fat and are often finished in sauce, which makes them a good carrier for cannabinoids. For the most even dosing, stir the infused butter or oil into the sauce or binder rather than brushing it on the surface, and keep sauce at a gentle simmer instead of a hard boil. Bake meatballs at a moderate temperature, around 350°F, and avoid cooking the infused fat at high, dry heat. Because the meat itself must be cooked through for food safety (an internal temperature of 160°F for ground beef), use an instant-read thermometer rather than extra time in the oven. Dr. Benjamin Caplan recommends dividing total milligrams by the number of meatballs before cooking, and labeling the dish clearly so no one eats it unknowingly.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup canna-milk
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, casing removed
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated parmesean cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 Tbsp canna-oil
- 1 (32oz) jar marinara sauce
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, stir bread crumbs with canna-milk until evenly combined. Let sit 15 minutes, or while you prep other ingredients.
2. In a large bowl, use your hands to combine beef, pork, sausage, onion, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, then gently stir in breadcrumb mixture, eggs, Parmesan, and parsley until just combined. Form mixture into 1” balls.
3. In a large high-sided skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Working in batches, sear meatballs on all sides to develop a crust. Set meatballs aside, reduce heat to medium-low, and add sauce to skillet. Bring sauce to a simmer then immediately add meatballs back to skillet. Cover and simmer until cooked through, about 8 minutes more
original recipe from eatyourcannabis.com
Frequently Asked Questions: Cannabis Meatballs
Does simmering meatballs in sauce destroy the THC?
A gentle simmer stays near or below the boiling point of water, which is moderate enough to preserve most cannabinoids, so avoid a hard boil and very high dry heat.
How do I keep the dose even across meatballs?
Mix the infused fat thoroughly into the sauce or meat mixture, divide total milligrams by the number of meatballs, and keep portions the same size.
How long do savory edibles take to work?
Onset is generally 30 to 120 minutes and can last several hours, so wait at least two hours before eating more.
How should leftovers be stored?
Refrigerate in a labeled airtight container, keep away from children and pets, and reheat gently.
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