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The Best Italian Meatballs Recipe

The Best Italian Meatballs Recipe
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Enjoy the savory and rich flavors of these homemade Italian meatballs. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with classic Italian herbs and spices, and simmered in a flavorful marinara sauce, these meatballs are perfect for topping pasta or enjoying on their own.

Ingredients

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Meatballs:

  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 small yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
  • 8 ounces ground beef
  • 8 ounces ground pork
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 (24 to 25-ounce) jar marinara sauce, or 3 cups homemade

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: Combine Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, parsley, ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, oregano, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix lightly until just combined.
  2. Shape the Meatballs: Form mixture into meatballs, wetting hands as needed. Place on a baking sheet.
  3. Brown the Meatballs: Cook meatballs in olive oil until browned on all sides. Remove from pan.
  4. Simmer in Marinara: Deglaze pan with water, add marinara sauce, and return meatballs to simmer until cooked through.

Notes

  • The meatballs can be shaped and refrigerated for up to 1 day before cooking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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