Itsa Meatball

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with "Itsa Meatball," a classic dish that combines juicy ground beef and tender ground pork for a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Infused with fresh parsley, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are seasoned to perfection and bound together with breadcrumbs, egg, and a splash of milk for a tender, succulent bite. Lightly browned in olive oil for a golden crust, they can be simmered in marinara sauce to soak up rich, tangy flavors. Perfectly versatile, these meatballs can crown a plate of spaghetti, fill a hearty sub sandwich, or shine alone as a flavorful appetizer. Ready in under an hour, "Itsa Meatball" brings the warmth of homemade Italian cuisine straight to your table!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (seasoned or plain)
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 Egg
• 2 tbsp Milk
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil (for frying)
• 2 cups Marinara sauce (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic.

2. Crack the egg into the mixture, pour in the milk, and add the salt and black pepper.

3. Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything together until well combined, but do not overwork the mixture as it may result in tough meatballs.

4. Roll the mixture into balls approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, yielding 12-14 meatballs.

5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

6. Add the meatballs to the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, turning with tongs, until all sides are browned.

7. If using marinara sauce, pour it into the skillet after browning the meatballs. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meatballs to cook through.

8. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and serve hot over spaghetti, alongside crusty bread, or on a sandwich. Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (344.9g)

Calories		677
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		48.3 g	62%
	Saturated Fat	16.9 g	85%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		178 mg	59%
Sodium		1337 mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate		22.8 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	2.8 g	10%
	Total Sugars	9.0 g
Protein		38.6 g	77%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	3%
Calcium		203 mg	16%
Iron		4.5 mg	25%
Potassium		867 mg	18%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1737 cal (63.9%%)

Protein: 616 cal (22.7%%)

Carbs: 365 cal (13.4%%)