The Best Meatballs Ever

Elevate your dinner table with *The Best Meatballs Ever*—a hearty, flavor-packed recipe that combines the perfect blend of ground beef and pork with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a touch of garlic for unparalleled richness. These juicy, tender meatballs are expertly seasoned with oregano and black pepper, bound together by softened breadcrumbs for melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether pan-seared to golden perfection and simmered in fragrant marinara sauce or served solo as toothsome appetizers, this versatile dish is ready in under an hour and perfect for spaghetti dinners, meatball subs, or party platters. Ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings, these homemade meatballs will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 piece large egg
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
• 2 cups marinara sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, allowing the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk and soften.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, softened breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Use clean hands to gently mix the ingredients until evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs dense.

Step 4

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a plate or baking sheet.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 6

Sear the meatballs on all sides until they are golden brown, about 6-8 minutes total. Transfer the seared meatballs to a plate while you cook the remaining batches.

Step 7

If using marinara sauce, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the sauce to the skillet. Return all the meatballs to the pan, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.

Step 8

Cover the skillet and simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 9

Serve the meatballs hot over spaghetti, as a sub sandwich filling, or as an appetizer with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1470 grams (1470.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2936

Total Fat 196.80g	252%
Saturated Fat 69.80g	349%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 749mg	250%
Sodium 7874mg	342%
Total Carbohydrate 117.60g	43%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 40.00g
Protein 179.70g	359%

Vitamin D 96IU	480%
Calcium 987mg	76%
Iron 23mg	128%
Potassium 3191mg	68%

*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: 59.8%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 15.9%