Great Italian Meat Balls

Savor the classic flavors of Italy with this recipe for Great Italian Meatballs, a comforting dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. These tender, flavor-packed meatballs are made with a rich blend of ground beef and pork, perfectly seasoned with fresh parsley, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, and held together with eggs and breadcrumbs for the ideal texture. After a quick sear in olive oil to create a golden-brown crust, they’re simmered to perfection in a luscious marinara sauce, allowing every savory bite to soak up the goodness. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy gathering with friends. Serve them over pasta, with crusty Italian bread, or as a stand-alone delight for a true taste of authentic Italian comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 units Eggs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, minced garlic, eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Using your hands, gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs dense.

Step 3

Using a spoon or your hands, form the mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a plate or a baking sheet.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Sear the meatballs on all sides until they are golden brown, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove the meatballs and set them aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, pour the marinara sauce and bring it to a simmer. Gently add the meatballs to the sauce, spooning a bit of sauce over them to coat.

Step 6

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the meatballs cook in the sauce over low heat for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 7

Serve the meatballs hot with your choice of pasta, crusty Italian bread, or on their own with additional sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2068 grams (2068.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3176

Total Fat 212.40g	272%
Saturated Fat 73.90g	370%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 997mg	332%
Sodium 6581mg	286%
Total Carbohydrate 121.30g	44%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 30.30g
Protein 193.70g	387%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 857mg	66%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 1256mg	27%

*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: 60.3%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 15.3%