Description

Sink your fork into these juicy, flavor-packed meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce—perfect for a quick dinner, cozy weekend lunch, or make-ahead meal prep. This easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and doubles as a hearty comfort dish the whole family will love. Whether you’re searching for ‘quick dinner ideas,’ ‘easy recipes for beginners,’ or ‘comfort food classics,’ this meatball recipe checks all the boxes. With tender meat, fragrant herbs, and a savory sauce, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen. Serve it with pasta, bread, or roasted veggies for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 small onion, finely grated
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
3 cups tomato sauce (jarred or homemade)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, onion, eggs, salt, and pepper.
Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear meatballs in batches, turning to brown all sides.
Transfer meatballs to a pot with simmering tomato sauce.
Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until cooked through.
Serve hot with pasta, bread, or veggies. Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes