Mama Mia Meatballs: Authentic Italian Comfort Food

Name: Mama Mia Meatballs: Authentic Italian Comfort Food
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1/2 pound ground pork; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

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Published January 06, 2026

These Italian-style meatballs are tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor, just like Nonna used to make! Simmered in a rich tomato sauce, they're perfect served over pasta or as a hearty appetizer.

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.

Remove the meatballs from the pot and set aside.

Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pot. Bring to a simmer.

Gently place the meatballs back into the sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer they simmer, the more flavorful they become.

Serve hot over your favorite pasta, with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Final Notes

Enjoy these classic Italian meatballs as a comforting main course or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. They're also fantastic in meatball subs! Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Mama Mia Meatballs: Authentic Italian Comfort Food

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