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Perfect Authentic Italian Meatballs

Perfect Authentic Italian Meatballs are tender, juicy, and packed with rich, savory flavor. Made with a blend of meats, garlic, herbs, and breadcrumbs.
Print Recipe
Mama Mia Meatball Soup
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

  • - 1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • - 1/3 cup milk I use whole milk
  • - 2lb ground beef
  • - 1 large egg
  • - 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • - 1 teaspoon salt
  • - Pep
  • - 1/2 t dried parsley
  • - 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Take the breadcrumbs + milk mix/mash together until you've got a paste.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl. Using hands, mix together and then form meatballs (use about 2 ½ tbsp meat/meatball). Don't over-mix or pack them too tightly, and use a delicate touch.
  • Heat some oil of your choice in a large cast iron skillet and brown over med-high heat. Put on parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 350º 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
Servings: 4