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Grandma’s Italian Meatballs


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Meat-based

Description

Tender and juicy meatballs made with a flavorful mix of ground beef and pork, perfect for a comforting family dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, eggs, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.
  3. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix; we want tender meatballs, not hockey pucks!
  4. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
  5. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, keeping space between each one.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
  7. Serve with marinara sauce over spaghetti or in sandwiches.

Notes

Make-Ahead Magic: These meatballs can be prepared a day in advance. They can also be frozen for busy days. Reheat gently in marinara sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg