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 💜