Scrumptious Meatballs

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with these Scrumptious Meatballs, a delightful blend of juicy ground beef and succulent pork, perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, fresh parsley, and grated parmesan. These tender, flavor-packed meatballs are seared to golden perfection before simmering in a rich marinara sauce, ensuring every bite is irresistibly moist and bursting with Italian-inspired goodness. With a quick 20-minute prep time and a versatile flavor profile, they’re perfect for serving over spaghetti, pairing with crusty bread, or enjoying as a standalone star. Crafted with everyday ingredients and simple techniques, this recipe is your go-to for a crowd-pleasing dinner that’s easy enough for weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Discover how to elevate your next meal with these irresistible, homemade meatballs!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.

Step 2

Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, diced onion, salt, and black pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 3

Mix everything together with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.

Step 4

Using a tablespoon or small scoop, form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a plate or tray.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs in a single layer. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.

Step 6

Sear the meatballs for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.

Step 7

Remove the browned meatballs and set them aside on a plate. Discard any excess oil from the skillet, leaving enough to coat the pan lightly.

Step 8

Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and bring it to a simmer over medium-low heat.

Step 9

Carefully return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley and grated parmesan if desired. Enjoy with pasta, crusty bread, or a side salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1523.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2880.3

Total Fat 200.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 790.3mg	0%
Sodium 5488.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 176.1g	0%

Vitamin D 108.7IU	0%
Calcium 809.4mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 1496.0mg	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: 62.7%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 12.8%