🍽️ Juicy Beef & Pork Meatballs (Bone Broth Instead of Milk)! 🍝

This flavorful and tender meatball recipe swaps traditional milk for nutrient-rich bone broth, adding depth of flavor and extra collagen!

🥩 Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 cup bone broth (beef or chicken)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Wild Yeast Sourdough (gluten-free) or almond flour for a low-carb option)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for pan-frying, optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a baking dish.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, ground pork, bone broth, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan (if using), garlic, onion, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and parsley.
  3. Form Meatballs: Use your hands to gently mix until just combined. Roll into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake or Pan-Fry:
    • Baking: Place in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
    • Pan-Frying: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs on all sides until browned, then finish cooking in the oven for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve & Enjoy: Pair with marinara sauce, serve over zucchini or gluten-free pasta noodles, with a salad, or enjoy as a protein-packed snack!
  6. That’s it—fresh, easy, and so delicious! 😋

💡 Tips

For extra moisture, let the breadcrumbs soak in bone broth for 5 minutes before mixing.
For extra heat, mix in a jalapeño or habanero.
Want more flavor? Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
Make-ahead friendly: Freeze uncooked meatballs for up to 3 months and bake when ready

Pair with a Fresh Green Spring Salad

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