Savory Italian Meatballs

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Savory Italian Meatballs.

1. Step 1

   Begin by assembling all the necessary ingredients for your delicious meatballs.

2. Step 2

   Preheat your oven to a toasty 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with foil, giving it a light spritz of cooking spray for easy cleanup.

3. Step 3

   In a small bowl, let the bread crumbs soak in milk for about 20 minutes, allowing them to absorb the moisture and flavor.

4. Step 4

   While the bread crumbs are soaking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

5. Step 5

   Toss in the diced onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, which should take around 5 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Lower the heat and continue cooking the onion until it’s incredibly tender, about 15 more minutes.

7. Step 7

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork, then add the sautéed onions, soaked bread crumb mixture, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, crushed garlic, salt, black pepper, Italian herb seasoning, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.

8. Step 8

   Gently fold the mixture with a rubber spatula until everything is harmoniously blended.

9. Step 9

   Cover the bowl and let the mixture chill in the refrigerator for about an hour, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

10. Step 10

    Once chilled, shape the mixture into meatballs, each about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and arrange them in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet.

11. Step 11

    Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are perfectly browned and cooked through.

12. Step 12

    Serve these savory meatballs warm, and savor every bite of this comforting dish!.