Description

Tender, juicy beef and pork meatballs simmered in a rich homemade marinara sauce, finished with fresh herbs and a touch of Parmesan – a timeless comfort dish bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

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1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk and let soak for 5 minutes.
Add ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
Form into 1.5-inch meatballs and chill for 10 minutes to firm up.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Brown meatballs on all sides, about 5–6 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Return browned meatballs to the pan and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes until cooked through and tender.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Chilling the meatballs before browning helps them hold their shape.
Use a mix of beef and pork for best flavor and texture.
Serve over spaghetti, polenta, or in a crusty sandwich roll.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 380
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 110mg