Authentic Italian Meatballs Recipe (45 Min) – Try This!
A traditional Italian meatballs recipe that is easy to make and packed with flavor, perfect for a family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and milk.
- Mix until well combined, but do not overmix.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve with marinara sauce and spaghetti, if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped onions to the meat mixture.
- These meatballs can be frozen before or after cooking.
- Serve with garlic bread for a complete meal.