Italian Three-Meat Meatballs

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

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C), setting the stage for deliciousness.

2. Step 2

   In a spacious mixing bowl, bring together the ground beef, ground turkey, and savory ground Italian sausage.

3. Step 3

   Add in the diced onion, eggs, Italian-style bread crumbs, quick cooking oats, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.

4. Step 4

   Get your hands in there and mix everything until it’s beautifully combined, creating a flavorful blend that will make your taste buds dance.

5. Step 5

   Now, it’s time to shape this mixture into delightful meatballs, aiming for about 24 of them, each roughly the size of a golf ball.

6. Step 6

   Next, grab a large sauté pan and pour in enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom by about half an inch.

7. Step 7

   Heat the oil until it’s nice and hot, then gently add your meatballs, taking care not to overcrowd the pan.

8. Step 8

   Sear them for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they’re golden brown and irresistible on all sides.

9. Step 9

   Once they’re perfectly browned, transfer the meatballs to a glass baking dish, ready for their next adventure in the oven.

10. Step 10

    Slide the dish into your preheated oven and let the magic happen for about 25 minutes.

11. Step 11

    You’ll know they’re done when the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F (75°C) — a quick check with an instant-read thermometer will do the trick.

12. Step 12

    As they bake, your kitchen will fill with mouthwatering aromas, making it hard to resist sneaking a taste.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy your homemade meatballs, perfect for a cozy dinner or a fun gathering with friends!.