Description
Juicy and flavorful Italian meatballs made with a mix of ground beef and pork, perfect for any meal or occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 lb (225 g) ground pork
- 1 cup (about 100 g) breadcrumbs (fresh or panko)
- 1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes to soften.
- Combine ground beef, ground pork, softened breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil in a large bowl.
- Mix gently until well combined without overmixing.
- Form the mixture into 1–1.5 inch meatballs and arrange on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F / 71°C).
- Transfer to simmering tomato sauce for an additional 10 minutes if desired.
- Serve warm with pasta, in subs, or as an appetizer.
Notes
For a crispy exterior, finish under the broiler for 1–2 minutes. You can also freeze cooked meatballs for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian