Classic Homemade Meatballs
A comforting dish of classic homemade meatballs that are easy to make and perfect for serving with pasta, in subs, or enjoyed on their own.
Ingredients
Meatball Base
- 2 slices white bread, torn, crust cut off
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Seasonings
- 3 tsp dried basil
- 3 tsp dried oregano
- 3 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp granulated onion powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup and set aside.
- Place the torn bread in a small bowl and pour the milk over it. Let the bread soak and absorb the milk while you combine the rest of the ingredients.
- In a large bowl, add the ground beef, eggs, cheese, basil, oregano, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Slightly squeeze the milk out of the soaked bread before adding it to the bowl of ingredients.
- Mix all the ingredients together until combined well, using your hands for the best results.
Cooking
- Preheat your oven to broil and let it heat for a few minutes while you roll the meatballs.
- Divide the mixture and roll it into 14 meatballs. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Broil the meatballs for 12 minutes, rotating them halfway through if you like.
Notes
Use fresh breadcrumbs for better texture. Don’t overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatballs tender. You can add diced vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini into the meat mixture for variation.