🍝 Classic Meatballs
Meatballs are juicy, flavorful balls of seasoned ground meat. They’re great with pasta, in sandwiches, or served with sauces and rice.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying or baking brush)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Mixture
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk; let soak 2 minutes.
- Add ground meat, egg, garlic, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).
2. Shape Meatballs
- Form mixture into 1–1½ inch balls (about golf-ball size).
3. Cook the Meatballs
Pan-Fry Method:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook meatballs 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
Oven Method:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place meatballs on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake 18–20 minutes until fully cooked.
4. Serve
- Toss with marinara sauce and pasta.
- Add to meatball subs, soups, or serve with rice.
⭐ Pro Tips:
- Use a mix of beef and pork for extra juicy meatballs.
- Wet your hands when rolling to prevent sticking.
- Simmer cooked meatballs in sauce 10 minutes for deeper flavor.
If you want, I can also show you 3 popular meatball styles:
- 🍝 Italian spaghetti meatballs
- 🇸🇪 Swedish creamy meatballs
- 🍯 Sweet BBQ party meatballs.
