Mama Mike's Meatballs Recipe

Name: Mama Mike's Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ cup chopped mushroom; 1 large celery rib, chopped; ¼ cup chopped green pepper; ¼ cup chopped onion; 1 ¼ cups milk; 1 ¼ cups breadcrumbs; 1 14 lbs ground beef; 1 lb bulk Italian sausage; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 eggs, beaten; ¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce or ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce; ¼ teaspoon sage; ¼ teaspoon marjoram; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese; ¼ cup minced fresh parsley; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup chopped mushroom
1 large celery rib, chopped
¼ cup chopped green pepper
¼ cup chopped onion
1 ¼ cups milk
1 ¼ cups breadcrumbs
1 14 lbs ground beef
1 lb bulk Italian sausage
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 eggs, beaten
¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce or ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
¼ teaspoon sage
¼ teaspoon marjoram
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon nutmeg

1
In small skillet, heat oil & saute veggies about 5 minute or until softened; remove from heat.
2
In small bowl, mix milk and bread crumbs.
3
In large bowl, mix beef, sausage and eggs until blended.
4
Add Worcestershire, hot sauce, & spices, then milk/breadcrumb mixture, and combine thoroughly.
5
Add sauteed vegetables and mix well.
6
Using a 1/4-cup measure, scoop out and form mixture into balls.
7
Place on foil-lined baking pan and bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking time, until browned on all sides.
8
Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.

414

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ cup chopped mushroom, 1 large celery rib, chopped, ¼ cup chopped green pepper, and more.

Yes, Mama Mike's Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mama Mike's Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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