Description

Learn how to make perfectly tender, juicy homemade meatballs with this foolproof recipe. These classic Italian-style meatballs feature a flavorful blend of beef and pork with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
1/2 pound ground pork
3/4 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
1/2 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes until breadcrumbs fully absorb the liquid to create a panade.
3. Add eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture. Stir until well combined.
4. Add ground beef and ground pork to the bowl. Using your hands or a fork, gently mix just until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Avoid overmixing.
5. Using a two-tablespoon scoop or measuring cup, portion the mixture. With wet hands, gently roll each portion into a ball.
6. Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F and are lightly browned on the outside.
8. Serve immediately with your favorite sauce and pasta, or use in sandwiches, soups, or as appetizers.

Notes

Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For freezing, arrange cooled meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to freezer bags for up to 3 months. Reheat directly from frozen in simmering sauce or warm gently in the microwave or oven.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs
Calories: 285
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 22g