Meatball Parmigiana
My Meatball Parmigiana is a classic Italian American comfort dish featuring tender, juicy meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, this dish delivers bold flavors with a hearty, cheesy finish.
Servings: 4
Calories: 585kcal
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Large Skillet
- Cheese Grater
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium ground beef
- 2 eggs, large
- ⅓ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoon parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large bowl add ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley and sea salt. Mix well.
- Place 12 round meatballs (about 3 tablespoons) into a lightly greased skillet and brown lightly on all sides on medium- medium-low heat.
- Pour sauce all over the meatballs and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook meatballs fully.
- Add cheese on top and broil in the oven to melt the cheese.
Notes
- Mix the meatball ingredients just until combined to keep them tender.
- Use a cookie scoop or measuring spoon to create uniform meatballs.
- Browning the meatballs in a skillet adds depth to the dish.
- Cooking the meatballs gently in marinara sauce enhances their flavor.
- Broiling the cheese until bubbly and golden creates the perfect topping.
Nutrition
Calories: 585kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 209mg | Sodium: 3268mg | Potassium: 957mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1426IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 406mg | Iron: 5mg
