Easy Meatballs
Whip up a batch of tender, flavorful meatballs in no time with this easy recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, these meatballs are seasoned with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and oregano for a classic Italian-inspired taste. A combination of breadcrumbs and milk keeps them moist, while a quick sear in olive oil adds a golden-brown crust for extra flavor. Finished in the oven for hands-off cooking, these juicy meatballs are ready in just 35 minutes and perfect when served over pasta, as a party appetizer, or stuffed into a toasted sub roll. Whether you’re a beginner cook or a kitchen pro, this foolproof recipe will be a hit every time! Keywords: easy meatballs, classic Italian meatballs, weeknight dinner ideas, ground meat recipes, homemade meatballs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 unit Large egg
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 unit Garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
Scoop out about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place the meatballs onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Lightly brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. This step is optional but adds great flavor.
Return the browned meatballs to the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce, pasta, or as part of a sub sandwich. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.4 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.8 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 4084 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 150.7 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 478 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1019 mg | 22% | |
*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.
