ALERT! ALERT! These are the best meatballs I have ever made in my life.. ever! Maybe I shouldn’t say that. I’m always afraid of building things up too much. What if you make these & you’re all like “yeah, they’re okay Ellyn.” DUN, DUN, DUN! I don’t know, in that case I may think there’s something wrong with your tastebuds. I will not doubt myself! Deep breath.
You may not realize what a big deal this is for me, but let me inform you. Meatballs are one of my very favorite foods. I’ve made a lot of dang meatballs in my life. I have a spicy chicken version that is incredible. A pork, cheddar, apple meatball that is to die for. BUT THESE. They are officially my number 1.
The thing about them is that they are so simple that I’m not even sure why they are so good. Like, it’s a little confusing. I’m not going to question it too much though.
These meatballs are also a little sneaky because they are full of veggies. And cheese. It’s called balance, people.
Anyway, basically I’ve met my greatest life achievement with these. NBD.
Happy cooking!! xx
ellyn
SERVINGS: 24 medium meatballs
TIME: 30-35 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 medium carrots, peeled
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar – can omit if you don’t like it!
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 lb ground beef
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 425.
- Combine onions, carrots, peas, garlic, salt & pepper in a food processor until almost blended – I like to still see the different colors, but it to be semi smooth.
- In a bowl combine blended veggies, balsamic vinegar, parmesan cheese & egg well.
- Add ground beef & mix until barely combined.*
- Form into balls. Add to a baking sheet
- Bake at 425 for 20-25 minutes. I also like to broil for a couple minutes at the end to get the top a little crisp.
- Enjoy!
NOTES:
* It’s important when you’re making meatballs to combine everything before adding the meat. If you over work the meat, you’ll have dense, tough meatballs. Pass.
