Meatballs Recipe
These juicy and flavorful homemade meatballs are perfect for pasta, subs, or as an appetizer. Easy to make and packed with seasonings, they’ll be your new go-to recipe!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet or skillet
- Oven (optional)
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (or 1 tsp dried parsley)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven (if baking):
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix the ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, milk, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Use your hands or a spoon to gently mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
- Form the meatballs:
- Scoop about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the rest of the mixture, placing the meatballs on the baking sheet or a plate if pan-frying.
- Cook the meatballs:
- To bake: Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
- To pan-fry: Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, turning frequently, for 8–10 minutes until evenly browned and cooked through.
- Serve:
- Serve the meatballs with marinara sauce over pasta, in a sub roll with melted cheese, or on their own as an appetizer.