Giant Meatball Recipe: Bold, Flavorful, and Perfect for Sharing
This giant meatball recipe is the perfect dish for a hearty and flavorful meal. Juicy, tender, and packed with rich Italian spices, these oversized meatballs are perfect for pairing with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a delicious sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking & Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- ½ lb ground pork
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ small onion, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for simmering)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for baking or frying)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients until just combined.
- Form into large meatballs (about the size of a baseball).
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until browned.
- Transfer to a pot of simmering marinara sauce and cook for 15-20 minutes on low heat.
- Serve hot with pasta, mashed potatoes, or as a meatball sandwich.
Notes
- For extra tenderness, soak breadcrumbs in milk before mixing.
- Use a meat thermometer—internal temp should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Swap ground pork for ground turkey for a leaner version.
- Add mozzarella in the center for a cheese-stuffed variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 giant meatball
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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