Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs Recipe

Prepare for rave reviews! These melt-in-your-mouth meatballs are so tender and flavorful, your guests will be begging for the recipe. Perfectly juicy and bursting with deliciousness, they're incredibly easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Serve them over rice or your favorite pasta for a truly unforgettable meal. These also freeze beautifully for future meals!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 665.7 kcal
Protein 67g
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Ingredients for Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs

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How to Make Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Place them in a greased 9x13 inch nonstick baking pan.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup tomato sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs.
  6. Cover the baking pan with foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  8. Serve the meatballs over cooked rice or your favorite pasta.
  9. Enjoy! These meatballs also freeze exceptionally well for future meals. Freeze in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

112 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

84g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs?

Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs takes about 125 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 105 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs?

Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs has approximately 665.7 calories per serving, with about 67 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 71 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs?

The key ingredients for Melt In Your Mouth Meatballs are Hamburger, Pork Sausage, Egg, Sour Cream, Dry Onion Soup Mix, Garlic Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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