Mamma's Meatballs Recipe
Homemade meatballs served with marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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Serve
Serve the meatballs hot with marinara sauce over spaghetti or with crusty bread.

