I also added some milk to the meat balls , they were so good and tender. I did brown them a little first to get them sealed. I also added more spices to taste as I went on. As far as bitterness goes, add a little sugar, it is bitter from the tomato paste. My Grand daughter want's it for her 15th birthday next week. I am going to try some Italian sausage with the ground beef.

Reviewed On: Mar. 19, 2009

I also follow the recipe to a T, using real anchovies and making the croutons. The home made croutons are also a must. This is the best! In fact, I am making it for dinner today.

Reviewed On: Mar. 15, 2009

I am 65 and have been eating these since I was a kid. I still have them often and the addition of the lettace is good. I eat them when nothing else sounds good to me, it is a staple when I don't feel just right. MMM

Reviewed On: Jan. 24, 2009