Classic Beef Meatballs
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Classic Beef Meatballs, a timeless recipe that combines simplicity and flavor in every bite. Made with tender ground beef, creamy milk-soaked breadcrumbs, savory Parmesan cheese, and a touch of garlic and onion, these meatballs are irresistibly juicy and seasoned to perfection. Fresh parsley adds a vibrant pop of herbaceousness, while a quick pan sear in olive oil gives a beautifully golden crust. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make dish serves as a versatile centerpiece—pair them with marinara and spaghetti for a hearty Italian-inspired meal, or serve them as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce. Perfectly balanced and deeply satisfying, these homemade beef meatballs are an instant family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 60 g Breadcrumbs
- 60 ml Milk
- 40 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large Egg
- 15 g Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let them soak for about 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs are absorbed by the milk.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and finely chopped onion.
Using your hands, gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Avoid over-mixing, as this can result in tough meatballs.
Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs, rolling them gently between your palms to make about 16 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the meatballs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
Remove the cooked meatballs from the skillet and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve the meatballs hot with your choice of pasta, sauce, or as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.6 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 874 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 382 mg | 8% | |
*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.
