Best Meatballs Ever

Get ready to elevate your dinner game with these irresistibly tender and flavorful meatballs, hailed as the *Best Meatballs Ever*! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines a mouthwatering blend of ground beef and pork, infused with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a touch of dried oregano for the perfect Italian-inspired flavor. The secret to their incredible texture? Soaking breadcrumbs in milk for ultimate moisture! After being seared to golden perfection in olive oil, the meatballs are gently simmered in rich marinara sauce, ensuring every bite is juicy and packed with flavor. Ready in under an hour and perfect for pasta, subs, or appetizers, these meatballs are sure to become your go-to comfort food. Whether for a family dinner or a party platter, you'll never need another meatball recipe again!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 60 milliliters Milk
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 500 milliliters Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the liquid and become soft.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, egg, parsley, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should end up with about 20-24 meatballs.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Sear the meatballs for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned but not fully cooked. Repeat with the remaining meatballs.

Step 5

Once all meatballs are seared, transfer them to a pot or deep skillet. Add the marinara sauce and gently stir to coat the meatballs.

Step 6

Simmer the meatballs in the marinara sauce over low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Serve the meatballs hot with pasta, on a sub roll, or as an appetizer. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1573.3 grams (1573.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3005

Total Fat 206.10g	264%
Saturated Fat 73.90g	370%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 854mg	285%
Sodium 7244mg	315%
Total Carbohydrate 102.80g	37%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 20.50g
Protein 196.30g	393%

Vitamin D 81IU	405%
Calcium 905mg	70%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 1492mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.8%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 13.5%