I’m sure you already have a Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe – everyone does. The key to making things that everyone makes – and already loves – is to make them the best. Every single time I make Spaghetti & Meatballs, Mike and I rave – oh, these are the best yet. If you have not tried to make your own homemade meatballs, I really encourage you to. They are so so so easy – and so much better than anything you can buy. They are a staple around our house – usually on Sundays. I make a triple batch of meatballs and have them for lunch throughout the week or put them in the freezer. This recipe takes 20 minutes, but can be made far in advance, so is great for a casual dinner party, or cozy family dinner.
Using a food processor makes for a very quick process – no mincing garlic, grating cheese or chopping parsley. Throw it all in and…
You end up with the most amazing seasoned breadcrumbs.
Pour them on top of the meat, then add the eggs. The general rule I follow is 1 egg for every pound of meat.
The milk keeps the meatballs moist.
Fluff the mixture with a fork to combine – it keeps the mixture from getting compact.
All combined. Look at all of that flavor!
Homemade Meatballs
1 pound of ground beef
2 slices of bread
2 cloves of garlic
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons of milk
1 egg
salt & pepper
Food Processor Method:
Begin by cutting bread into cubes. In a food processor, place garlic and parsley. Pulse until both are finely chopped. Add parmesan cheese cut into 1-inch cubes (if not already grated). Pulse until fine. Add bread in small batches and pulse. Add mixture to ground beef. Add eggs, milk, salt and pepper then mix with a fork keeping the mixture light and fluffy.
By Hand Method:
Tear bread into small pieces. Add grated parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt and pepper. Add eggs and milk. Mix together. Add mixture to ground beef. Mix with a fork keeping light and fluffy.
Form into balls with an ice cream scoop and place on a Parchment Lined baking sheet. Cook at 400 degrees in the oven for 10-15 minutes until cooked through. Serve with spaghetti tomato sauce.