Italian Meatballs

Italian meatballs are the ultimate comfort food—tender, flavorful, and perfect with a generous spoonful of tomato sauce. Traditionally made with a combination of ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, herbs, and egg, they’re easy to prepare and packed with classic Italian flavor.

Whether served over spaghetti, tucked into a crusty roll, or enjoyed on their own with a little extra sauce and Parmesan, homemade Italian meatballs make an easy family meal that feels special. The secret is keeping the mixture light and gently shaping the meatballs so they stay tender and juicy as they cook.

Pair them with your favorite pasta and a simple salad, and you have a timeless Italian-inspired dinner everyone will love.

Previte's Products Used

• Ground Beef
• Previte’s Italian Seasoning
• Previte’s Marinara Sauce
• Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Previte’s Ground Beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tsp Previte’s Italian Seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 jar Previte’s House Marinara Sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, cheese, garlic, parsley, and seasonings.
3. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Don’t overmix.
4. Form into 2-inch meatballs and place on prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
6. Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a large pot.
7. Add cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
8. Serve over pasta with extra Parmigiano-Reggiano.