Cast Iron Skillet Meatballs Recipe
Three jumbo meatballs baked with marinara, topped with ricotta and fresh basil.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Meatballs
- 1
Mix Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, eggs, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into three large meatballs, each about the size of a fist.
Cook the Marinara Sauce
- 3
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Bake the Meatballs
Prepare Toppings
- 7
Top with Ricotta and Basil
Remove the skillet from the oven and dollop the ricotta cheese on top of each meatball. Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.