Traditional Dutch Meatballs with Endive and Potato Mash

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, and milk to form meatballs.
3. Shape into 1.5-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
5. While meatballs cook, prepare the mash: boil potatoes until tender, then mash with butter and milk.
6. In a separate pot, sauté endive until wilted, then mix with mashed potatoes.
7. Make the gravy: melt butter in a pan, add flour, then gradually stir in beef broth and cream of mushroom soup.
8. Simmer until thickened, season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
9. Serve meatballs with endive and potato mash and gravy.
10. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.