Carla's Basic Meatballs
Elevate your comfort food game with Carla's Basic Meatballs—a foolproof recipe that delivers tender, flavorful meatballs perfect for any meal. This crowd-pleaser combines ground beef and pork with rich Parmesan cheese, aromatic garlic, and fresh parsley for a well-rounded taste profile. A touch of breadcrumbs and milk ensures the meatballs stay irresistibly moist, while a golden sear in olive oil adds a delectable, caramelized crust. Ready in just 35 minutes, these versatile meatballs can be served atop pasta, nestled in a sandwich, or as a stand-alone appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you’re making a weeknight dinner or a party snack, these easy homemade meatballs are sure to become a go-to family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Mix the ingredients together gently with your hands or a large spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the meatballs stay tender.
Step 3
Using your hands or a small ice cream scoop, form the mixture into evenly sized balls, approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Place the meatballs on a plate or tray.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. Cook in batches if necessary.
Step 6
Sear the meatballs for 2–3 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking the meatballs for an additional 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 8
Optional: If serving with sauce, add your favorite marinara sauce to the skillet and simmer the meatballs in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes.
Step 9
Serve hot over pasta, in a sub sandwich, or as an appetizer with toothpicks and dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (958.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2530.2 |
| Total Fat 184.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g | |
| Cholesterol 797.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4691.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.1g | |
| Protein 174.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 913.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1408.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories