Kimberley’s Classic All-Purpose Meatballs

A Recipe You Can Always Count On

These are my go-to homemade meatballs… the kind of recipe I don’t even need to think about anymore.

Simple ingredients, easy to make, and always dependable. Whether I’m putting together a quick weeknight dinner or prepping ahead for something special, this is the recipe I come back to again and again.

They’re soft, flavourful, and incredibly versatile. You can dress them up or keep them simple… and they always work.

🍝 Why You’ll Love These Meatballs

• Simple, everyday ingredients
• Juicy and tender texture
• Easy to prepare and cook
• Freezer-friendly
• Works for multiple meals

🍝 Ingredients

• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup bread crumbs
• ¼ cup finely chopped onion
• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp ketchup
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients
3. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix — this keeps them tender)
4. Shape into 1-inch balls
5. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan
6. Bake for 10–15 minutes, until lightly browned and cooked through

💡 Kimberley’s Tips

• Don’t overmix — it makes a big difference in texture
• Baking helps keep them from getting greasy
• Make a double batch and freeze for later
• These reheat beautifully

🍽️ How I Use These Meatballs

This is where this recipe really shines…

• Tossed in marinara for spaghetti and meatballs 🍝
• Loaded into a toasted bun for meatball subs 🥖
• Added to soups or casseroles
• Or my personal favourite…

👉 Slow cooked in my Kimberley’s Signature Sweet & Sour Sauce for the perfect party appetizer 💜🍯

✨ Make Them Party-Ready

If you’re hosting or heading to a potluck, these turn into something extra special with just one step:

• Bake the meatballs
• Transfer to a slow cooker
• Pour over sweet & sour sauce
• Let them cook for a few hours

They soak up all that flavour and become the kind of dish people keep going back for 👀

💜 Kimberley’s Note

This is one of those recipes that just fits into life.

It’s not complicated or fancy… but it works every time. And sometimes, those are the recipes you end up using the most.

Simple, reliable, and always a hit 💜

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Kimberley’s Classic All-Purpose Meatballs

Cooking Method: Slow Cooker Cuisine: Canadian, Classic Home Cooking Courses: Appetizers, Supper Recipe Keys: F Family Favourite F Freezer Friendly M Meal Prep Friendly Q Quick & Easy

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Temp: 350  F Servings: 6 Calories: 300

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary:

N nut-free

Description

These are my go-to homemade meatballs — simple, flavourful, and incredibly versatile.

They can be used for just about anything… spaghetti and meatballs, meatball subs, appetizers, or my personal favourite — slow cooked in my signature sweet & sour sauce for the perfect party dish.

This is one of those reliable recipes you can always count on, no matter how you serve them 💜

Ingredients

Servings

• 900 g lean ground beef
• 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
• 1 cup mozzarella (shredded)
• ½ cup bread crumbs
• ¼ cup onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp ketchup
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients
3. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix)

4. Shape into 1-inch balls. Make around 30 meatballs 

5. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan

6. Bake for 10–15 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Serving Size 5

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Saturated Fat 8g40%

Trans Fat 0.5g

Cholesterol 90mg30%

Sodium 500mg21%

Potassium 300mg9%

Total Carbohydrate 9g3%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 22g44%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

• Don’t overmix — keeps them tender
• Baking helps them hold their shape and reduces grease
• These freeze beautifully for quick meals later
• Perfect base for multiple recipes

🍽️ How to Use These Meatballs

• Spaghetti and meatballs 🍝
• Meatball subs 🥖
• Party meatballs with sweet & sour sauce 🍯
• Add to soups or casseroles
• Toss in your favourite sauce

👉 For party meatballs, try them with my Kimberley’s Signature Sweet & Sour Sauce 💜

Nutritional information provided is an estimate only and is calculated using standard ingredient databases. Actual values may vary depending on the specific ingredients, brands, portion sizes, and preparation methods used.

This recipe has not been evaluated by a registered dietitian and should not be considered a substitute for professional nutritional advice.

For the most accurate nutritional information, please calculate using the exact ingredients and quantities you use.

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