Classic Beef Meatballs: Delicious Recipe
Juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, these classic beef meatballs are a family favorite! Whether served over spaghetti, tucked in a sub, or enjoyed on their own, they’re easy to make and freeze beautifully for meal prep.
Equipment
- - Large mixing bowl
- - Baking sheet or skillet
- - Parchment paper (if baking)
- - Measuring cups and spoons
- * Optional: Food processor (for breadcrumbs or onion)
Ingredients
- * 1 lb ground beef 80/20 recommended
- * 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- * 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- * 1/4 cup milk
- * 1 egg
- * 2 cloves garlic minced
- * 1/2 small onion finely grated or minced
- * 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- * 1 tsp salt
- * 1/2 tsp black pepper
- * 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- * 1 tbsp olive oil if pan-frying
Instructions
- **Preheat oven** to 400°F (if baking). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 2 minutes to soften.
- Add ground beef, Parmesan, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently with hands or a spoon until just combined.
- Roll mixture into 1.5-inch balls (about golf ball size). You should get 16–18 meatballs.
- **To Bake:** Place meatballs on prepared sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
- **To Pan-Fry:** Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and cook, turning to brown all sides, about 8–10 minutes total.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce, pasta, or in a sub roll with cheese!