Easy Homemade Meatballs
This easy homemade meatball recipe combines ground beef with fresh ingredients like cheese, breadcrumbs, and herbs to create tender and flavorful meatballs perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 80% lean ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- 2 tsp garlic
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp parsley (optional) Can be omitted for plain meatballs.
Optional Ingredients
- marinara and pasta For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with the egg, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, minced onion, garlic, kosher salt, pepper, and parsley if you choose to use it. Use your hands to mix everything, ensuring ingredients are well incorporated without overworking the meat.
- Once everything is mixed, take a portion of the mixture and roll it into a ball, aiming for about one to one-and-a-half inches in diameter.
Cooking
- Place the meatballs evenly spaced on a lined or greased baking sheet.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Once preheated, roast the meatballs in the oven for about 20 minutes. They should be browned on the outside and cooked through.
- Check doneness by cutting one open to see if it’s no longer pink inside.
Notes
These meatballs are versatile and can be served with marinara on spaghetti, in meatball subs, or as appetizers. Avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender. Use a cookie scoop for even sizing and consider browning in a skillet for extra flavor.