Description
These tender Italian meatballs are made with a mix of ground beef and pork, soaked breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese—then simmered gently in tomato sauce for a melt-in-your-mouth finish.
Ingredients
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½ lb ground beef (80/20)
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¾ cup plain breadcrumbs
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½ cup milk
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1 egg
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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¼ cup grated onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp pepper
Sauce:
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, sliced
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28 oz can crushed tomatoes
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Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
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Combine breadcrumbs and milk; let sit 5 minutes.
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Add beef, pork, egg, Parmesan, garlic, onion, herbs, and seasonings. Mix gently.
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Form into 1½-inch meatballs.
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Optional: Brown in skillet or bake at 400°F for 15 minutes.
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In a pot, sauté garlic in olive oil. Add crushed tomatoes and seasonings.
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Simmer meatballs in sauce, covered, for 30–35 minutes. Serve hot.
Notes
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Use 50/50 beef and pork for best flavor
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For gluten-free, use almond flour or GF breadcrumbs
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Freeze raw or cooked meatballs for later
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes