How to Make Best Easy Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Meatballs are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes, from spaghetti to sandwiches to soups. And while making meatballs from scratch might seem like a daunting task, this recipe for the Best Easy Meatballs is here to prove that it can actually be quite simple and straightforward. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, you'll find that this recipe is both delicious and achievable.

What sets these meatballs apart is their perfect balance ...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • ⅓ cup minced onion
  • ⅓ cup Italian bread crumbs
  • ⅓ cup half-and-half
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 ¼ pounds ground round beef
  • ½ pound ground Italian sausage
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray foil lightly with cooking spray.
  • Combine onion, bread crumbs, half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, eggs, egg yolk, garlic, basil, parsley, and oregano in a large bowl; stir until well combined. Add ground round and sausage and sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper. Mix well until just combined.
  • Dampen hands with water and form mixture into 18 golf ball-sized meatballs. Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer meatballs to a large pot and add marinara sauce. Simmer over low heat for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    568 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 179mg
    • Sodium: 1718mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 143mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1029mg