Description
Classic Italian Meatballs (Tender and Juicy!) are a quintessential comfort food that brings warmth to every meal. With their succulent texture and rich flavor, these meatballs are perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that pairs beautifully with pasta, subs, or even served as appetizers. Made with fresh ingredients and a blend of beef and pork, each bite is bursting with authentic Italian flavors. Plus, they freeze well for easy meals later on!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup fresh breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 egg yolks
- ½ cup grated pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 pound ground beef chuck
- 1 pound ground pork
- ¼ cup grated onion (optional)
- ⅓ cup chopped parsley (or basil)
Instructions
- Soak the breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes. Combine with egg yolks, cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper to make a paste.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef and pork until blended.
- Add the breadcrumb mixture and chopped herbs; mix gently until combined.
- Shape into meatballs using a ¼-cup scoop.
- Cook by baking or pan-frying until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg