Ground Beef Mix for Meatloaf and Meatballs
Whip up culinary versatility with this flavorful "Ground Beef Mix for Meatloaf and Meatballs," a must-have recipe for busy home cooks seeking delicious, homemade meals. Combining a perfect blend of ground beef (80/20 for optimal juiciness), Parmesan cheese, and classic seasonings like Worcestershire sauce and Italian herbs, this mix delivers tender, savory perfection whether baked into a hearty meatloaf or rolled into bite-sized, juicy meatballs. A quick 15-minute prep includes soaking breadcrumbs in milk for extra moisture and gently folding in fresh parsley, garlic, and onion for an irresistible aroma. This make-ahead-friendly recipe is perfect for meal planning, offering endless possibilities to transform your weeknight dinners or party appetizers into a crowd-pleasing success. Whether you’re craving classic comfort food or the perfect addition to pasta, this ground beef mix has you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large egg
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the liquid.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, and fresh parsley to the bowl. Stir to combine.
Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well incorporated.
Add the ground beef to the mixture. Using clean hands, gently mix everything together until evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough meatballs or meatloaf.
At this point, the mixture can be used immediately to shape meatloaf or rolled into meatballs, or it can be covered tightly and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours until ready to cook.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.8 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.0 g | 435% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1132 mg | 377% | |
| Sodium | 6997 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.3 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 202.8 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 928 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 2903 mg | 62% | |
*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.
