Million Dollar Meatballs

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Million Dollar Meatballs! Tender, flavorful, and packed with rich ingredients, this dish is a showstopper for any dinner table. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

🍖 1 pound ground beef
🥚 1 large egg
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🧀 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
🌿 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
🍞 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🥫 1 cup marinara sauce
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🧄 1 clove garlic, sliced
🧀 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

1- Prepare the Meatball Mixture:

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper.
Mix gently until all ingredients are well incorporated. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender meatballs.

2- Form the Meatballs:

Using your hands or a scooper, shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
You should have approximately 12-14 meatballs.
Place them on a plate and set aside.

3- Cook the Meatballs:

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes in total.

4- Simmer in Sauce:

Pour the marinara sauce over the browned meatballs.
Lower the heat and allow the meatballs to simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, ensuring they’re cooked through.

5- Melt the Cheese:

Preheat your oven to broil.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs, cover the skillet, and place it under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

6- Serve:

Remove the skillet from the oven carefully.
Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
This dish pairs beautifully with pasta or a warm loaf of crusty bread.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 450 per serving
Proteins: 30g
Fats: 28g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Equipment: Large bowl, large skillet, spatula, oven-safe skillet