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Homemade meatballs with golden brown exterior, garnished with fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese, served in tomato sauce on a white plate

Italian Homemade Meatballs Recipe

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Aliana Recipes
These juicy beef meatballs deliver authentic Italian flavor with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Soaking breadcrumbs in milk ensures they remain moist and delicious every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings:4 people
Course:Dinner
Cuisine:Italian
Calories:450kcal
Cost:$12
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend) Fat content ensures juiciness
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs Italian seasoned or plain
  • ¼ cup whole milk Keeps meatballs moist
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese Adds salty depth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced For aromatic flavor
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Adds fresh color
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Classic herb profile
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil Sweet herbal note
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances savory taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Adds mild heat
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil For browning meat

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet For cooking meatballs
  • 1 Large mixing bowl For meat mixture
  • 1 Small bowl For soaking breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon For measuring

Method
 

  1. Mix breadcrumbs with milk in a small bowl and let them soak for five minutes so they soften.
  2. Combine beef, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, cheese, and spices gently by hand until just combined.
  3. Scoop two tablespoons of the mixture and roll between palms to form uniform round balls.
  4. Brown the meatballs in hot olive oil over medium heat for ten minutes until a crust forms.
  5. Simmer the browned meatballs in tomato sauce for twenty minutes to finish cooking them through.

Nutrition

Serving: 170gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Mix the meat mixture with a light hand to prevent the meatballs from becoming tough and dense. Soak the breadcrumbs in milk first to create a creamy interior texture.