Description
This homemade meatballs recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Juicy, tender, and full of flavor, these Italian-style meatballs are perfect for spaghetti, sandwiches, or meal prep. Great for family dinners and freezer-friendly too.
Ingredients
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for a few minutes to absorb.
2. Add ground beef, ground pork, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Shape into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a tray.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sear meatballs in batches until browned on all sides.
5. Transfer meatballs to a simmering pot of marinara sauce or bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
6. Serve hot or store for later use.
Notes
These meatballs freeze exceptionally well.
Avoid overmixing to keep them tender.
Use a mix of beef and pork for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet or Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 meatballs
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg