Blue Cheese Meatballs
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly rich and savory Blue Cheese Meatballs! A perfect blend of ground beef and pork creates the ultimate tender bite, while bold blue cheese crumbles melt into every morsel for a tangy, creamy kick. Enhanced with aromatic garlic and onion powder, fresh parsley, and a touch of golden sear before baking, these meatballs are packed with layers of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick oven finish, they’re an effortless crowd-pleaser. Serve them solo, smothered in marinara, or drizzled with balsamic glaze for a gourmet touch that’s sure to wow at your next gathering. Perfect for appetizers, party platters, or even a hearty dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Blue cheese crumbles
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk and soften.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, softened breadcrumbs, egg, blue cheese crumbles, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley.
Using clean hands or a spoon, gently mix the ingredients together until evenly combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 1/2 inches in diameter (roughly 1-2 tablespoons of mixture per meatball). Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs for 1-2 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Transfer the seared meatballs back onto the baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve the blue cheese meatballs on their own, or pair them with your favorite sauce, such as marinara, creamy ranch, or a balsamic glaze. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 183.1 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.1 g | 335% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 788 mg | 263% | |
| Sodium | 4550 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 162.9 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 523 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1476 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
