Get ready to roll with the best meatball recipe you’ve ever laid eyes on! These little spheres of deliciousness are perfect for dinner, snacks, or really any time you feel like indulging in comfort food. Whether you prefer them baked to golden perfection or fried to a crispy crunch, these meatballs are sure to steal the show. Let’s jump straight into the meatball mayhem!
Feast Your Eyes!
First up, let’s take a moment to admire this fantastic meatball creation. Just look at those round beauties!
Ingredients That Rock!
Gather these tasty ingredients, and prepare to embark on a flavor journey:
- 1 pound ground beef (or mix with ground pork for extra flavor)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Your favorite marinara sauce
Let the Meatball Magic Begin!
Now that you have your ingredients lined up, it’s time to get mixing and rolling!
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (or heat up that frying pan if you’re going for the fried option).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Dive in with your hands and mix until everything is well combined. No one said cooking can’t be a little messy!
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Try to keep them uniform; we want a meatball army, not a meatball mob!
- If baking, place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and nice and brown. If frying, heat oil in a skillet and cook the meatballs until they are golden brown on all sides.
- Once cooked, toss the meatballs in your favorite marinara sauce and simmer for a few minutes to soak up all the delicious flavors.
Time to Dig In!
Serve these luscious meatballs over spaghetti, in a sub sandwich, or just on their own. They’re so tasty you’ll want to use your fingers—no judging allowed! Enjoy the flavor explosion that is guaranteed to make your taste buds dance!
