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Originally Posted by sedated
Is there really much gained by using bread crumbs if you are soaking them in milk? Why not just use bread? It will fall apart anyway once it gets wet.
Or is the dryness of the bread crumbs some sort of advantage? (I would think it would dry the meatballs out)
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Flavor and texture. The dry breadcrumbs will absorb your liquid and help keep the interior moist. If you don't personal, the crumbs will leech moisture from the meat.