How do I make homemade meatballs?

Roll into meatball heaven with our homemade meatball recipe. Soft, savory, and packed with flavor. Perfect for pasta, subs, or party appetizers!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make homemade meatballs. Items include: Ground Meat Breadcrumbs Parmesan Cheese Minced Garlic Chopped Parsley Egg Salt Pepper Olive Oil

Ground Meat 1 pound
Breadcrumbs 1/2 cup
Parmesan Cheese 1/4 cup, grated
Minced Garlic 2 cloves
Chopped Parsley 2 tablespoons
Egg 1, beaten
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Olive Oil 2 tablespoons

Take note
Please handle raw meat with caution and ensure it is fully cooked before consuming. Watch out for little helpers who might try to steal a meatball or two!

1

Gather Your Meatball Ingredients

Before you start rolling, gather your meatball ingredients. You will need ground meat (such as beef, pork, or a combination), breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, an egg, salt, pepper, and olive oil.

2

Mix and Shape the Meatball Mixture

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix them all together until well combined. Once mixed, shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.

3

Cook the Meatballs

Heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet, making sure there's enough space between them for even cooking. Cook the meatballs for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are nicely browned on all sides and cooked through.

4

Serve and Enjoy

Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to a serving dish. You can serve them with your favorite pasta sauce, pile them into a sub roll with melted cheese, or serve them as bite-sized appetizers with toothpicks. These meatballs are versatile and will be a hit no matter how you choose to enjoy them!