Angela's Famous Meatballs
Discover the secret to comfort food perfection with Angela's Famous Meatballs! These tender, juicy meatballs are a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, enriched with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and fragrant garlic. Softened with breadcrumbs and a splash of milk, they’re delicately seasoned with oregano and onion powder for a truly homestyle taste. Sautéed to a golden-brown crust and then simmered in rich marinara sauce, they burst with Italian-inspired goodness in every bite. Perfectly versatile, serve them atop pasta, alongside crusty bread, or as the ultimate party appetizer. Ready in under an hour and yielding six generous servings, this timeless recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Pro tip: don’t forget a sprinkle of extra Parmesan and parsley to elevate your presentation!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb ground pork
- 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups marinara sauce (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, garlic, parsley, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Mix the ingredients gently with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the meatballs dense.
Step 3
Scoop out 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place the meatballs on a large plate or tray. Repeat with the remaining mixture to form approximately 18 meatballs.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Working in batches if needed, add the meatballs to the skillet. Sear them on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Step 6
Once all the meatballs are browned, reduce the heat to low and pour the marinara sauce over them in the skillet.
Step 7
Cover and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F/71°C).
Step 8
Serve hot with pasta, crusty bread, or on their own as an appetizer. Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1686.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2947.5 |
| Total Fat 191.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g | |
| Cholesterol 766.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7742.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 139.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 48.9g | |
| Protein 182.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 74.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 862.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3760.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories