Best 5 Monster Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Monster Meatballs, a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. These colossal meatballs, crafted with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, are the epitome of comfort food. Enrobed in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, they are simmered to perfection, resulting in a dish that is both hearty and satisfying. Accompanying the meatballs is a medley of recipes that will elevate your dining experience to new heights. From the classic spaghetti and meatballs, a timeless combination that showcases the harmonious union of flavors, to the intriguing meatball sub, a delightful sandwich that marries the succulent meatballs with melted cheese and a toasted bun, each recipe offers a unique culinary journey. And for those seeking a lighter option, the meatball soup, a flavorful broth teeming with tender meatballs and vegetables, is a wholesome and comforting choice. With this comprehensive guide, you'll have a repertoire of mouthwatering recipes to satisfy any craving.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ZOMBIE EYES (HALLOWEEN MEATBALLS)



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These are a must for your Halloween party! Not only are they fun, these meatballs are super-moist and flavorful. Use disposable forks for easy clean up.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pasta Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup panko bread crumbs
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 black olives, halved
1 (1 ounce) stick string cheese, cut into 16 slices
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Whisk Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, parley, basil, and oregano together in a large mixing bowl. Fold in ground beef and mix with your hands until blended. Form 16 equal-sized meatballs using a cookie scoop.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs for 3 minutes on each side. Transfer cooked meatballs to a baking sheet using tongs.
  • Bake browned meatballs in the oven for 8 minutes.
  • While meatballs bake, use a plastic straw to punch a hole through each olive half to create a circular 'pupil.' Use the same straw to punch a hole through the center of each string cheese slice. Insert the round olive piece inside the hole in the string cheese slice to create 'eyes.'
  • Remove meatballs from oven and let cool until safe to handle.
  • Assemble zombie eyes by twirling a few strands of cooked spaghetti around each of 16 forks. Spear a meatball onto each fork and arrange forks on a serving platter. Spoon a dot of spaghetti sauce onto each meatball where you want to place the 'eyes.' Apply the olive-cheese 'eye' over the sauce. Spoon remaining spaghetti sauce over the twirled spaghetti on the forks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 70.8 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 447.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

COMFORT MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
3/4 cup quick oats
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons very finely minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Plenty of ground black pepper
4 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup ketchup
4 to 6 tablespoons minced onion
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Dash of hot sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: In bowl, combine the ground beef and oats. Pour in the milk, and then add the onions, salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Roll the mixture into tablespoon-size balls and refrigerate them for 30 to 45 minutes to firm.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge the meatballs in the flour, and then brown the meatballs in batches until light brown. As they brown, place them into a rectangular baking dish.
  • For the sauce: Stir together the ketchup, onions, vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Drizzle the sauce evenly on the meatballs.
  • Bake until bubbly and hot, about 45 minutes.

MONSTER MEATBALLS



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium bowl, beat 1 large egg with a fork. Add 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix well.2. Add 1 pound lean ground beef. Mix carefully with clean hands. Use about 1/2 cup of the mixture at a time and shape into eight meatballs.Arrange meatballs around outer edges of a 12 x 8 x 2-inch glass dish with the same amount of space between them. Lay a piece of waxed paper over the top.3. Microwave at 100% power (700 watts) for 2 1/2 minutes. Turn dish one-half turn. Microwave at 100% power 2 1/2 minutes longer or until meatballs look cooked and are no longer pink in color. Remove from microwave oven.4. Tilt dish slightly, push meatballs away from edge and spoon off juices.5. If you wish, serve with hot spaghetti sauce (see instructions below) and cooked spaghetti or noodles.To Heat Spaghetti Sauce: Place 2 cups of store-bought spaghetti sauce in a medium microwavable bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, folding one corner of wrap back so steam can escape while cooking. Microwave at 100% power for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Pour over meatballs.

CLASSIC MEATBALLS



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This homemade meatball recipe is a Betty classic, and for great reason! For generations, home cooks have relied on this hearty meatball recipe to show some skills the kitchen. All it takes to achieve this meaty main dish is eight basic ingredients. Got them? Great! Now, if you have 15 minutes to spare and a foil-lined 13x9 pan, perfectly browned and tender meatballs could be the answer to tonight's dinner jam. Yes, delicious doesn't take long! In the meantime, prepare spaghetti or rice, veggies or salad, because this recipe goes with anything!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian-style bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 24 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs. Place 1 inch apart in pan.
  • Bake uncovered 18 to 22 minutes or until temperature reaches 160°F and no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

MONSTER MEATBALLS



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Soak the Texas toast in the milk in a shallow bowl for 10 minutes.Add the turkey, sausage, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, onion and some salt and pepper to a bowl. Add the Texas toast and milk. Mix together (the bread will get broken up as it mixes) and form 3 oversized balls.Heat some oil over medium heat in a small Dutch oven. Add the meatballs and carefully brown/sear the surface, moving them around to keep their shape. The meatballs should be somewhat crowded in the small pot.Pour in the marinara and add water if needed to cover. Bring to a simmer, cover and simmer, carefully turning the meatballs halfway through, until cooked through, about an hour.To serve: Plate up the bucatini and top with the sauce and meatballs. Garnish with parsley and basil.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.

Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 416

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground meats: This will give your meatballs a more complex flavor and texture. For example, you could use a combination of ground beef, ground pork, and ground veal.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing will make the meatballs tough. Just mix the ingredients until they are combined.
  • Use your hands to shape the meatballs: This will help to ensure that the meatballs are evenly shaped and cooked.
  • Brown the meatballs before adding them to the sauce: This will help to seal in the flavor and prevent the meatballs from falling apart.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the meatballs to absorb the flavor of the sauce.
  • Serve the meatballs over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Monster meatballs are a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect monster meatballs every time.

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