Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Meatball Ingredients
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped basil, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 3
Form the Meatballs
Once mixed, take small portions of the meat mixture and roll them into balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
Bake the Meatballs
Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and then place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned on the outside.
- 5
Serve
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. They can be enjoyed with pasta, in a sub sandwich, or on their own with a dipping sauce.