Ingredients

• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 eggs
• 4 clove garlic, minced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1.5 cup marinara sauce

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk, and let sit for 2 minutes to soften.
2. Add ground beef, ground pork, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
3. Using your hands, gently mix all ingredients until just combined; do not overmix or the meatballs will become tough.
4. Shape mixture into 24 meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place on a plate.
5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
6. Working in batches to avoid crowding, carefully place meatballs in the hot skillet.
7. Cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides.
8. Pour marinara sauce into the skillet with the meatballs.
9. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and sauce is heated.
10. Serve hot over pasta, with crusty bread, or as an appetizer with toothpicks.

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