Classic Italian Meatballs Recipe
This Classic Italian Meatballs Recipe brings authentic flavors straight to your kitchen.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Wooden spoon for stirring
- Small bowl for breadcrumb mixture
- Plate for shaped meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Italian seasoned
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Combine breadcrumbs and milk in small bowl.
- Let breadcrumb mixture soak for five minutes.
- Add ground beef to large mixing bowl.
- Mix in soaked breadcrumbs and beaten egg.
- Add Parmesan cheese, garlic, and diced onion.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
- Gently mix all ingredients until just combined.
- Shape mixture into golf ball sized portions.
- Heat olive oil in large skillet.
- Brown meatballs on all sides carefully.
- Cook for twelve to fifteen minutes total.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Notes
- Don't overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender
- Wet your hands when shaping to prevent sticking
- Use room temperature ingredients for better blending
- Brown meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding
- Let meatballs rest before serving for better flavor