Carrabba's Meatballs

Bring the rich, homestyle flavors of classic Italian cooking to your table with Carrabba's Meatballs, a savory blend of ground beef and pork perfectly seasoned with fresh parsley, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic garlic. These tender, juicy meatballs are elevated with hints of oregano and black pepper, then gently simmered in a robust marinara sauce for an unforgettable taste experience. Simple yet satisfying, this recipe is a 40-minute crowd-pleaser, perfect for pairing with pasta, crusty bread, or as a hearty appetizer. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, these Italian-style meatballs will have everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, and milk. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 2

Add the grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Mix gently until all ingredients are well incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 3

Using your hands, shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. You should end up with approximately 12-14 meatballs.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 5

Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown all over. Transfer the seared meatballs to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the marinara sauce to the same skillet. Gently place the meatballs into the sauce, ensuring they are mostly submerged.

Step 7

Cover and simmer the sauce and meatballs for 15-20 minutes, until the meatballs are fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Serve the meatballs hot, either over cooked pasta, with crusty bread, or as a standalone dish garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1659.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2672.7

Total Fat 191.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 750.1mg	0%
Sodium 5478.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.4g
Protein 164.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 755.7mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 1356.1mg	0%

*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: 64.6%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 10.7%