Description
Classic Italian Meatballs are a timeless comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to any family gathering or weeknight dinner. These tender, juicy meatballs are infused with a blend of ground beef, pork, and aromatic herbs, making them the perfect pairing for pasta, sub sandwiches, or as a delectable appetizer. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, this recipe guarantees satisfaction for both kids and adults alike. Enjoy them simmered in marinara sauce for an authentic Italian experience that will impress your guests and elevate your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, egg, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Wet hands to prevent sticking; shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook meatballs in batches for about 6–8 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Add marinara sauce to the skillet; cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg