Description
Succulent Italian-style meatballs blend ground beef, pork, and herbs into a comforting classic. Baked until golden and juicy, these meatballs deliver rich flavors you’ll savor with pasta or on their own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 1 lb (454 g) ground pork
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1 cup (240 g) breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup (15 g) chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp (5 g) salt
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) black pepper
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) dried oregano
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400F (200C) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick surface.
- Blend ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, beaten eggs, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and milk in a spacious mixing bowl until ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Gently form the meat mixture into uniform spherical shapes, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
- Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving slight spacing between each one to promote uniform heat circulation and browning.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, monitoring until the exterior turns a rich golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160F, indicating complete cooking.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat, enhancing overall flavor and moisture.
- Present the meatballs alongside marinara sauce, tossed with pasta, or nestled within a toasted sub roll for a delectable meal.
Notes
- Blend meats carefully to ensure even distribution of flavors and prevent tough texture by not overmixing the ingredients.
- Use a light touch when forming meatballs to keep them tender and prevent dense, compact results that can become rubbery.
- Try alternative protein options like ground turkey or plant-based alternatives for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Rest meatballs for a few minutes after baking to allow juices to redistribute, maintaining moisture and enhancing overall taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 334 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg