Description
Sink your fork into the juiciest, most flavorful meatballs you’ve ever had—these Melt In Your Mouth Italian Meatballs are a dinner dream. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce and paired with spaghetti or polenta, they’re perfect for any night of the week. Whether you’re prepping for a cozy family meal, a dinner party, or just craving comfort food, this easy recipe delivers flavor and tenderness in every bite. Loaded with Italian herbs, garlic, parmesan, and made with juicy beef, this dish is perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, and easy food ideas that hit the spot.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (for browning)
3 cups crushed tomatoes or marinara sauce
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to soften.
2. Add ground beef, eggs, parmesan, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
3. Mix gently with hands until just combined—do not overmix.
4. Roll mixture into 2-tablespoon-sized balls and set on a tray.
5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown meatballs on all sides.
6. Transfer browned meatballs to a pot with simmering sauce.
7. Cover and simmer on low heat for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked.
8. Serve over pasta or polenta, topped with extra parmesan and parsley.
Notes
Gently mixing the meat prevents dense meatballs. Handle lightly for the softest result.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red chili flakes or use half beef and half pork.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop and Simmer
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: easy dinner, Italian meatballs, spaghetti meatballs, comfort food, meal prep