How to Bake Meatballs

Step 1

Adjust the oven rack to the top position. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Mix the breadcrumbs and milk in a large mixing bowl and allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes. This allows the breadcrumbs to absorb the moisture.

Step 3

Add the ground pork, Italian sausage, shallot, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and cheese. Use clean hands to mix everything together until all of the ingredients are well distributed.

Step 4

Use a large cookie scoop or heaping Tablespoon to divide and roll the meatball mixture into about 14-16 meatballs 1 1/2 - 2 inches in diameter. Place them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil and bake them in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Start checking for doneness around 18 minutes if the meatballs are smaller. Cover the pan with foil if the meatballs are browning too much before the meatballs are done.