The Best Meatballs
Discover why these truly are *The Best Meatballs* with this easy, flavor-packed recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. A masterful blend of ground beef and pork ensures tender and juicy bites, while the addition of Parmesan cheese, garlic, and Italian seasoning infuses each meatball with rich, savory flavor. Breadcrumbs soaked in milk create a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, and a quick sear in olive oil guarantees a golden, caramelized crust. Serve these meatballs simmered in marinara sauce over pasta, tucked into a crusty sub roll, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.
Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Using clean hands or a spoon, mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, but do not overwork the mixture.
Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet or plate.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet.
Cook the meatballs for 2-3 minutes per side to brown them evenly. Use tongs to gently turn them.
Once browned, transfer the meatballs to a plate and repeat with the remaining batches.
If you are serving the meatballs with a sauce, add them to a pot of your favorite marinara or tomato sauce and simmer for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked through and tender.
Serve the meatballs hot, either on top of pasta, inside a sub roll, or as a standalone appetizer. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.2 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.1 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 4692 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 174.2 g | 348% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 961 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1424 mg | 30% | |
*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.
