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35-Min Juicy Easy Homemade Meatballs Your Family Craves

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A quick and comforting weeknight dinner featuring pan-seared meatballs, creamy mashed potatoes, and a simple chopped salad.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (or beef/pork mix)
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 cup finely diced onion
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp oil (for pan-searing)
  • 2 lb Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/3–1/2 cup warm milk (more as needed)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups chopped romaine or iceberg
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley or green onion (optional)
  • 2–3 tbsp ranch or creamy dressing (or your favorite)

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water 15–18 minutes until fork-tender. Drain, then mash with butter, warm milk, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire (if using). Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Roll into small meatballs (about 1–1 1/2 inches).
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear meatballs in batches, turning to brown all sides, 8–10 minutes total, until cooked through (160°F internal).
  5. Toss chopped lettuce and tomatoes with dressing (add herbs if using).
  6. Plate mashed potatoes, meatballs, and salad. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use a mix of beef and pork for richer flavor.
  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender.
  • Adjust milk in mashed potatoes for preferred creaminess.

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