Hot dago recipe is a classic Italian dish that is both hearty and flavorful. It’s a quick and easy dish to make, and it’s one that will be requested again and again.
In a mixing bowl, combine the hamburger, ground pork, celery salt, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and onion salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
Add the meatballs to the heated pan and cook for about 10 minutes, flipping occasionally until they are browned on all sides.
Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to your Ragu sauce in a separate pan. Stir to coat the meatballs evenly with the sauce.
Cover the pan with a steaming lid or foil and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes, until they are fully cooked.
Remove from heat and sprinkle fresh shredded mozzarella on top of the meatballs.
Let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and gooey.
Serve hot dago over pasta or rice, or with your choice of side dish.
Notes
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese as an additional topping for extra flavor.
If you don’t have a steaming lid, use foil to cover the pan while the meatballs simmer in the sauce.
Serve with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Double the recipe and freeze half for an easy meal on busy days.