Best 5 Quick Easy Meatballs Recipes

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**Meatballs: A Journey Through Culinary Delights**

Meatballs, a culinary creation that has tantalized taste buds across cultures and cuisines, are delectable spheres of seasoned ground meat, poultry, or seafood, often combined with breadcrumbs, eggs, and spices, then cooked to perfection. These versatile culinary gems can be fried, baked, steamed, or simmered in flavorful sauces, resulting in an array of dishes that cater to diverse palates. Embark on a culinary adventure with our curated collection of quick and easy meatball recipes, ranging from classic Italian meatballs swimming in a rich tomato sauce to Swedish meatballs nestled in a creamy gravy, all the way to tantalizing Asian meatballs glazed in a sweet and savory sauce. Each recipe promises an explosion of flavors and textures, sure to satisfy any meatball enthusiast. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the art of the meatball.

Let's cook with our recipes!

QUICK AND EASY SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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Rich and creamy, this classic meatball sauce is a must in your recipe box. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (22 ounces) frozen fully cooked Angus beef meatballs
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare meatballs according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cream and dill; simmer for 1 minute. Stir in meatballs; heat through. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

QUICK N' EASY MEATBALLS N' GRAVY



Quick n' Easy Meatballs N' Gravy image

Make and share this Quick n' Easy Meatballs N' Gravy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TXHomemaker

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb ground beef, salted & peppered
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 3/4 cups water

Steps:

  • Form ground meat into small meatballs and fry in frying pan until all sides are brown.
  • Pour off most of fat and add, mushroom soup, water& onion soup mix.
  • Simmer until gravy is thickened.
  • Serve over rice or cooked noodles.

QUICK AND EASY MEATBALLS



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Super, simple meatballs that are great alone or in spaghetti. Using lean ground beef will reduce the fat content, but the taste and texture just aren't quite the same.

Provided by snickerdoodle98

Categories     Meat

Time 20m

Yield 16 meatballs, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 egg
1 teaspoon onion, chopped
parsley (to taste)
garlic (to taste)
salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • mix all ingredients together (get down and dirty, its easiest with your hands).
  • roll into balls.
  • bake for 10 minutes.

FAVORITE QUICK & EASY SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



Favorite Quick & Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs image

I've been enjoying spaghetti all my life! Been to Italy, and have tried numerous versions all around the globe including this one which remains my all-time favorite (perfected over the years by yours truly!). Hope you enjoy, too. Notes: I like to keep a bag of meatballs (see my Frankies Spuntino New York - Italian Meatballs recipe #452689) on hand in the freezer, for ease of prep. You can use your favorite fresh or frozen prepared meatballs, -or- crumbled & browned ground beef is also fine. Just add a tossed green salad and garlic bread (see recipe #109257), and a nice bottle of red wine to round out the meal. Salut! Tip: I use a jar of Classico Italian Sausage & Peppers Pasta Sauce, and whole wheat spaghetti noodles (De Cecco), but your favorite pasta sauce and regular spaghetti noodles is fine.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 golden bell pepper, roughly diced (optional)
26 ounces of your favorite spaghetti sauce (I use a jar of Classico Italian Sausage & Peppers Pasta Sauce)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green pepper celery and onion
1/2 cup dry red wine (such as Reggiano Lambrusco, Chianti, Red Rose or Burgundy)
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 lb prepared italian meatballs (fresh or frozen, -or- use crumbled & browned ground beef)
whole wheat spaghetti (such as De Cecco)
grated parmesan cheese
snipped fresh Italian parsley, to garnish (or snipped basil or oregano)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Add the bell peppers, and saute them in the oil until slightly softened (5 to 10 minutes).
  • Add spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, red wine, the oregano, basil and garlic. Partially cover pot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often.
  • Reduce heat, partially cover pot and simmer sauce for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile in a separate pot, boil water and prepare noodles al dente; drain.
  • Add fresh or frozen meatballs (or browned ground beef) to sauce; cook an additional 10-15 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
  • In individual bowls, ladle sauce over hot noodles.
  • Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and snipped fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley or oregano) at the table, as desired.
  • Great served with a tossed green salad & Mom's Onion Parmesan Bread recipe #109257, and a nice bottle of red wine!
  • Salut!

QUICK & EASY TERIYAKI MEATBALLS



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This recipe is so quick- I love bringing these to potlucks, & they dissappear very quickly! Great served with white rice & sake!

Provided by Princessmitzoue

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon grated gingerroot (optional)
garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl- making sure teriyaki sauce spreads evenly.
  • Form balls & place in baking dish.
  • Bake for approximately 20-30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork: This will give your meatballs a richer flavor and more tender texture.
  • Add some bread crumbs to the meatball mixture: This will help to bind the meatballs together and make them less dense.
  • Grate an onion into the meatball mixture: This will add flavor and moisture to the meatballs.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Form the meatballs into small, uniform balls: This will help them to cook evenly.
  • Brown the meatballs in a pan before baking them: This will help to seal in the flavor and prevent the meatballs from drying out.
  • Use a flavorful sauce to cook the meatballs in: This will help to add even more flavor to the meatballs.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

These quick and easy meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for a weeknight meal, a party appetizer, or a game day snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a batch of meatballs that everyone will love.

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