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Savory Meatball Recipe Easy Homemade Meatballs You’ll Love Forever

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These savory, tender, and perfectly spiced meatballs are juicy and flavorful, making them a comforting and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • ½ cup (50 g) plain or Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) whole or 2% milk
  • ¼ cup (25 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • ¼ cup (40 g) finely minced onion
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for browning)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or heat a skillet over medium heat for stovetop cooking.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ½ cup breadcrumbs with ¼ cup milk. Let soak for about 5 minutes until breadcrumbs are soft and spongy.
  3. Add 1 pound ground beef to the soaked breadcrumbs. Mix gently with hands or spatula to avoid overmixing.
  4. Mix in ¼ cup grated Parmesan, ¼ cup finely minced onion, and 2 cloves minced garlic evenly throughout the meat mixture.
  5. Add 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley.
  6. Fold everything together lightly but thoroughly to combine without compacting the mixture.
  7. Form meatballs about 1 ½ inches (4 cm) in diameter using a tablespoon or your hands. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or wire rack.
  8. For baking: Place tray in oven for 18-20 minutes, turning once halfway through for even browning.
  9. For stovetop: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in skillet, brown meatballs on all sides, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook through for about 15 minutes.
  10. Check internal temperature to ensure it reaches 160°F (71°C). Meatballs should be browned outside and juicy inside.
  11. Serve warm, tossed in sauce, solo, or in a sandwich.

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender. Soak breadcrumbs in milk for juiciness. Let meatballs rest 10 minutes after cooking for better flavor. Baking on a wire rack helps crisp the meatballs evenly. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko. For dairy-free, omit parmesan or use plant-based alternative.

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