Classic savoury meatballs with a twist
If you are looking for an easy dish to prepare in less than 30 minutes, then these meatballs are the perfect dish and make up for delicious, homemade dinner for the whole family.You can serve them as appetizers, on sandwiches, subs, lasagna, or on top of spaghetti. In addition, This recipe is incredibly easy to double or even triple so making larger batches to have for later is extremely simple.
Ingredients for homemade meatballs:
• Meat: for enhanced flavor, I use a blend of meats: ground beef and ground pork (80 to 85% lean). However, you can make them with only ground beef.Also, I highly recommend using higher fat meat for a juicier texture.
• Dairy: milk (preferably whole milk) and Parmesan cheese.
• Breadcrumbs: feel free to use your favourite type.
• Worcestershire sauce
For the seasonings:
1. Any seasoning of your choice,red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Beef broth
3. Sweet onion
4. Fresh parsley
5. Eggs: Do not skip them, as they hold the meatballs together.
6. Freshly minced garlic
How to make homemade meatballs?
* Preheat the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Combine the ingredients: Once preheated combine in a large bowl all ingredients and mix gently with your hands. Use a food processor to fine crumbs.
* Roll them: Next, take some of the meat and roll it into the shape of a ball that is about an inch in diameter. * Bake:After that, arrange meatballs on a greased baking sheet and place them in the oven. Keep them in the oven for about 25 to 30 minutes. * Serve: Enjoy them warm with some
marinara sauce and spaghetti.
You can use other fresh herbs as well such as fresh basil, oregano, or thyme.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 24 meatballs Calories: 124kcalories
INGREDIENTS:
• 1 lb ground beef (preferably higher in fat)
• 1 lb ground pork (preferably higher in fat)
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning herbs
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoonWorcestershire sauce
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/3 cup beef broth
• 1/2 sweet onion (finely diced)
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degreesF.
2. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and set it aside.
3. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl, except the meat, and combine.
4. Add ground beef and pork and combine with your hands or using a spatula, making sure that you do not overmix.
5. Take about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture and roll it into a 1-inch ball. Repeat with the rest and arrange onto the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for about 25-30 minutes.The internal temperature of the meat should be 165 degrees F.
7. Remove from oven and let them
rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
8. Serve them on pasta with marinara sauce, or make subs.
Recipe source: AllRecipes.com