Paradise Inn Italian Meatballs
Transport your taste buds to an Italian retreat with these Paradise Inn Italian Meatballs, a classic comfort food elevated by rich, authentic flavors. Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, these perfectly tender meatballs are infused with Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, fresh parsley, and a touch of oregano for that traditional Italian touch. The meatballs are seared until golden and simmered to perfection in a lush marinara sauce, making them irresistibly juicy and flavorful. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is a versatile delight—serve them over spaghetti for a hearty dinner, tuck them into a hoagie roll for a mouthwatering meatball sub, or pair them with crusty bread for a dipping sensation. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting a dinner party, these Italian meatballs deliver restaurant-quality flavor right at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 24 oz Marinara sauce
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using your hands or a wooden spoon until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Shape the meat mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should yield approximately 16 meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Sear the meatballs on all sides until they're golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the browned meatballs and set them aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce and gently bring it to a simmer over low heat.
Carefully add the seared meatballs to the simmering marinara sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the meatballs cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Stir the sauce occasionally to prevent sticking and to ensure the meatballs are coated with the rich marinara sauce.
Serve the Paradise Inn Italian Meatballs hot over cooked spaghetti, in a toasted hoagie roll for a meatball sub, or simply with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.7 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.2 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 174 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 1145 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*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.
