Meatballs for Spaghetti Sauce Freezer

Stock your freezer with these irresistible homemade meatballs for spaghetti sauce – the ultimate time-saver for busy weeknights! This recipe combines ground beef and ground pork with a flavorful blend of garlic, Parmesan cheese, herbs, and breadcrumbs, creating meatballs that are tender, juicy, and packed with Italian-inspired flavor. Lightly seared in olive oil for a golden crust, these meatballs can be frozen in batches for easy meal prep and simmered directly in your favorite spaghetti sauce for a rich, hearty dish. Ready in just 40 minutes with simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for meal planning while elevating your pasta nights to restaurant-quality indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 unit Large egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and fresh parsley.

Step 2

Using clean hands or a wooden spoon, mix the ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the meatballs dense.

Step 3

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a meatball. Repeat until all the mixture has been used, making approximately 24-30 meatballs.

Step 4

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 5

Working in batches if necessary, place the meatballs in the skillet, leaving a little space between each one. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, turning gently with tongs, until golden brown on the outside.

Step 6

Once browned, transfer the meatballs to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 7

Let the meatballs cool completely if planning to freeze them. Once cooled, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about 1-2 hours.

Step 8

Transfer the frozen meatballs to a freezer-safe bag or container and label with the date. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Step 9

To use, add the frozen meatballs to your spaghetti sauce and simmer until fully cooked through, about 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1139.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3008.6

Total Fat 217.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 940.9mg	0%
Sodium 4229.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.3g
Protein 217.5g	0%

Vitamin D 67.8IU	0%
Calcium 552.2mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 1361.4mg	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: 28.8%

Carbs: 6.4%