Grandma Maroni's Meatballs

Transport your taste buds straight to an old-world Italian kitchen with Grandma Maroni’s Meatballs, a recipe brimming with authentic, comforting flavors. Made with a perfect blend of ground beef and pork, these tender, juicy meatballs are elevated by Italian breadcrumbs, sharp Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a kiss of garlic. The secret lies in the addition of whole milk and beaten eggs, ensuring ultimate moistness, while a quick pan-sear locks in all the savory goodness before they’re simmered to perfection in rich marinara sauce. Whether served over a bed of al dente spaghetti or paired with crusty garlic bread, these homemade meatballs are guaranteed to delight. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, this classic recipe will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 Large eggs, beaten
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Olive oil, for frying
• 2 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the meat mixture.

Step 3

Using clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.

Step 4

Form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get approximately 12-14 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, sear the meatballs on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 6

Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate and repeat with the remaining batches.

Step 7

Once all the meatballs are browned, add the marinara sauce to a large saucepan. Gently place the meatballs into the sauce, ensuring they are submerged.

Step 8

Simmer the meatballs in the sauce over low heat for 25-30 minutes, allowing them to cook through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.

Step 9

Serve hot over spaghetti, with a side of garlic bread, or as a standalone dish with extra Parmesan on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1560.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3276.4

Total Fat 236.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 936.5mg	0%
Sodium 5093.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 181.9g	0%

Vitamin D 134.9IU	0%
Calcium 860.8mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 1607.5mg	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: 64.8%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 13.1%