Manhattan Meatballs

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Manhattan Meatballs, a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect as both an appetizer and a hearty main course. This recipe combines tender ground beef and Italian sausage with Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and a touch of garlic for perfectly juicy meatballs baked to golden perfection. The star of the dish is the tangy homemade sauce, crafted with ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of apple cider vinegar, delivering the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Simmered together, the meatballs soak up the flavorful sauce, making them irresistibly delicious. Garnished with fresh parsley, these versatile meatballs can be served over pasta, rice, or creamy mashed potatoes, or as a standout party appetizer. Ready in just under an hour, Manhattan Meatballs are an easy, flavor-packed recipe that will impress at any table!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 0.5 cup water
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until they are browned and mostly cooked through.

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, mustard powder, and water. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Remove the meatballs from the oven and carefully add them to the skillet with the sauce. Gently stir to coat the meatballs in the sauce.

Step 7

Simmer the meatballs in the sauce over low heat for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 8

Garnish the finished meatballs with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Serve as an appetizer or over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a full meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1264.2 grams (1264.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2675

Total Fat 184.80g	237%
Saturated Fat 63.90g	320%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.90g
Cholesterol 742mg	247%
Sodium 5725mg	249%
Total Carbohydrate 127.50g	46%
Dietary Fiber 2.70g	10%
Total Sugars 68.80g
Protein 140.80g	282%

Vitamin D 145IU	723%
Calcium 416mg	32%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 2139mg	46%

*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: 20.6%

Carbs: 18.6%