Tender and Flavorful Meatballs
Hearty meatballs made with a blend of ground beef and ground pork, baked to perfection and served with marinara sauce.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef Provides flavor and moisture
- 1 pound ground pork Adds richness and texture
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Binds ingredients and enhances texture
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds umami and depth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped Brightens the flavor
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Adds warmth and depth
- 1 large egg Binds the mixture
- 1 teaspoon salt Essential seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper Essential seasoning
For Serving
- 1 jar marinara sauce For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef and ground pork.
- Add breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, one egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.
- Scoop out a handful of the mixture to form meatballs the size of golf balls.
- Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
- Bake meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Warm marinara sauce in a saucepan while meatballs are baking.
- Serve baked meatballs with warm marinara sauce and garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake instead of fry. Consider freezing meatballs for future meals. They can be cooked from frozen by adding extra baking time.