Itsa Meatball

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with "Itsa Meatball," a classic dish that combines juicy ground beef and tender ground pork for a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Infused with fresh parsley, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are seasoned to perfection and bound together with breadcrumbs, egg, and a splash of milk for a tender, succulent bite. Lightly browned in olive oil for a golden crust, they can be simmered in marinara sauce to soak up rich, tangy flavors. Perfectly versatile, these meatballs can crown a plate of spaghetti, fill a hearty sub sandwich, or shine alone as a flavorful appetizer. Ready in under an hour, "Itsa Meatball" brings the warmth of homemade Italian cuisine straight to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (seasoned or plain)
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 Egg
• 2 tbsp Milk
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil (for frying)
• 2 cups Marinara sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic.

Step 2

Crack the egg into the mixture, pour in the milk, and add the salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything together until well combined, but do not overwork the mixture as it may result in tough meatballs.

Step 4

Roll the mixture into balls approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, yielding 12-14 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the meatballs to the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, turning with tongs, until all sides are browned.

Step 7

If using marinara sauce, pour it into the skillet after browning the meatballs. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meatballs to cook through.

Step 8

Remove the meatballs from the skillet and serve hot over spaghetti, alongside crusty bread, or on a sandwich. Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1382 grams (1382.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2811

Total Fat 195.80g	251%
Saturated Fat 69.20g	346%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 764mg	255%
Sodium 5822mg	253%
Total Carbohydrate 91.40g	33%
Dietary Fiber 10.30g	37%
Total Sugars 36.30g
Protein 172.00g	344%

Vitamin D 89IU	446%
Calcium 857mg	66%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2916mg	62%

*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: 62.6%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 13.0%