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Marry Me Meatballs Recipe

  • Author: ttfpin
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Marry Me Meatballs are tender, juicy, and coated in a rich, creamy sauce with a hint of tang from sun-dried tomatoes and a touch of garlic. This dish is the perfect combination of comfort and sophistication, making it ideal for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion. The flavors are deeply satisfying, and the recipe is simple enough to prepare on a weeknight yet impressive enough for guests. Each bite melts in your mouth, and the creamy sauce is perfect for scooping with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread. This recipe has earned its playful name for a reason—prepare to fall in love with every bite.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1/2 cup chicken or beef stock
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, for sauce
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  • Mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, onion, herbs, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  • Form into golf ball-sized meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, brown meatballs on all sides, then remove.
  • In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1 minute.
  • Add stock and cream, stir in Parmesan, and simmer gently until thickened.
  • Return meatballs to sauce, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve hot with your choice of side dishes.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender.
  • Browning meatballs adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
  • Simmer gently to maintain creamy sauce texture.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4–6
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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