Ingredients

The following ingredients have 24 Servings
  • 1 lb ground beef (preferably higher in fat)
  • 1 lb ground pork (preferably higher in fat)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning herbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 sweet onion (finely diced)
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and set it aside.
  • Add all the ingredients to a large bowl, except meat, and combine.
  • Add ground beef and pork and combine with your hands or using a spatula. Do NOT overmix.
  • Take about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture and roll it into a 1-inch ball. Repeat with the rest and arrange onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for about 25-30 minutes. The internal temperature of the meat should be 165 degrees F.
  • Remove from oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve them on pasta with marinara sauce, or make subs.