Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef
- ½ pound (225g) ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated but do not overmix.
- Shape the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch diameter meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- For baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. For stovetop cooking, heat marinara sauce in a skillet, then add meatballs and simmer on medium-low for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
Notes
- Use a mix of beef and pork for added flavor and juiciness.
- Chill the formed meatballs for 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.
- Use fresh herbs for a brighter flavor.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Bake or Simmer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg