Delicious and Juicy Homemade Meatballs Recipe

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Delicious and Juicy Homemade Meatballs Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 14, 2024

This recipe for the best meatballs will leave your taste buds begging for more. These homemade meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned to create a satisfying meal for the whole family. Serve them with pasta, in a sandwich, or on their own for a delicious dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 jar marinara sauce

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Pour marinara sauce over meatballs, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve meatballs hot with sauce over pasta or on a sandwich.

Interesting Facts

  • Meatballs are a staple in Italian-American cuisine and have been enjoyed for generations.
  • Using milk in the meatball mixture helps keep them moist and tender.
  • Parmesan cheese adds a delicious umami flavor to the meatballs.