Name: Easy Homemade Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 40
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound Italian Sausage; 1 pound Lean Ground Beef; 1 cup Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs; 1/2 cup Onion, finely diced; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 Garlic Cloves, minced; 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoon Pepper; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan; 2 Eggs; 1/2 cup Red Wine

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This is the last meatball recipe you’ll ever need! Always on our meal rotation and devoured in no time, these easy homemade meatballs are simple to make without any complicated ingredients.

A combination of lean beef and Italian sausage gives these meatballs a great blend of flavors and perfect level of moisture. No one likes a dry meatball.

They are quick and easy to make, so you’ll have a delicious meal in just about 35 minutes! They are perfect for on top of pasta, in a sub or as an appetizer served with marinara. Complete your meal with a side salad and some fresh homemade garlic knots!

Ingredients for Easy Homemade Meatballs

Meat: a blend of Italian sausage and lean ground beef
Whole wheat Bread crumbs: Used to help the meatballs keep their shape.
Onion: finely dice it so you don’t end up with chunks of onion. You can even use a grater
Garlic
Worcestershire
Oregano
Fresh Parsley
Salt and Pepper
Grated Parmesan
Eggs: These help bind the meatballs together
Red Wine: Adds moisture and a great flavor. If you don’t want to use wine or don’t have any, sub in milk.

Equipment Needed:

Rimmed Sheet Pan
Large mixing bowl

Directions to make Easy Homemade Meatballs

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well. You can use a fork or spoon, but I find clean hands work best.
Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, roll into golf ball size meatballs. Approximately 2 tablespoons.
Place on a rimmed baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

Ways to serve

Serve over pasta with your favorite spaghetti sauce
Heat up with marinara sauce and serve in a hoagie bun with melted cheese (mozzarella or provolone) on top
Serve as an appetizer with a marinara dipping sauce

How to Freeze meatballs

Once the meatballs are baked, allow to cool. Transfer to a a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze. This will prevent them from sticking together in one large clump. After they are frozen, transfer to a freezer bag or container and store in the freezer until ready to use.