Homemade Meatballs

Use them to top spaghetti or to stuff inside rolls for meatball sub sandwiches! Source: RecipeGirl.com

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Yields: 24 meatballs

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 lb ground beef
• 3⁄4 lb ground pork
• 3  garlic cloves, minced
• 3⁄4 cup  breadcrumbs
• 2  large eggs
• 3⁄4 cup  freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped parsley
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 black pepper
• 1  tablespoon milk
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 6  cups  marinara sauce

Directions

1. 1. In a large bowl, combine the meat, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, parsley, salt, a couple of grinds of pepper and a splash of milk. Mix together well with clean hands. Roll into 24 1 1/2-inch balls and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Place the baking sheet with the meatballs into the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes to firm them up slightly.
2. 2. To brown the meatballs, heat a couple of swirls of olive oil (about 2 tablespoons) in a heavy pot or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs, turning to brown all sides. They do not need to be cooked through.
3. 3. Add the meatballs and marinara sauce to a large pot and stir gently. Heat over medium heat until the sauce begins to bubble. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring very gently a couple of times during simmering.
4. 4. Serve meatballs and marinara over noodles or stuffed into rolls with melted mozzarella cheese.