Grandma Rita's Meatballs
Savor the timeless flavors of "Grandma Rita's Meatballs," a family-favorite recipe brimming with Italian-inspired goodness. These tender, golden-browned meatballs combine the perfect blend of ground beef and pork, enriched with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, minced garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and parsley. Gently seared in olive oil for a crisp exterior and simmered in marinara sauce for a juicy, flavorful finish, these meatballs are a true comfort food classic. Ready in under 40 minutes, they’re perfect for pairing with spaghetti, nestling in a sub roll, or enjoying solo with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan. Elevate your dinner table with this beloved homemade recipe, crafted with love and easy enough for any weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 count Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 count Egg
- 2 tbsp Milk
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, milk, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Mix the ingredients with your hands (or a spoon) until evenly combined, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.
Step 3
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a plate or tray.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the meatballs to the skillet in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd them.
Step 6
Cook the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned on all sides. Use tongs to gently turn them as they cook.
Step 7
Once browned, remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
Step 8
If serving with sauce, simmer the meatballs in your favorite marinara sauce for about 15 minutes to finish cooking through and enhance their flavor.
Step 9
Serve hot with pasta, on a sub roll, or on their own with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan and parsley.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (893.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2340.1 |
| Total Fat 172.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g | |
| Cholesterol 743.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4109.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.6g | |
| Protein 158.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 61.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 477.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1413.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories