Giant Lazy Meatballs Recipe

Description: These Giant Lazy Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food for those days when you crave hearty, satisfying flavors but don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen. These meatballs are oversized and packed with delicious, juicy flavors, featuring a simple yet perfect blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and herbs. No need for rolling tiny meatballs—these giant ones are baked in the oven for minimal effort, making them a go-to dinner option for a quick, delicious meal. Serve them over pasta, in a sandwich, or with your favorite sauce for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish!

Ingredients:
2 lbs ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tablespoons dried parsley)
2 large eggs
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling)
For Serving:
Your favorite marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Grated Parmesan for serving (optional)

Directions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, parsley, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Add this mixture to the beef mixture and use your hands or a spoon to combine everything until evenly incorporated.
3. Form the Giant Meatballs:
Using your hands, shape the meatball mixture into giant meatballs—about the size of a tennis ball, or roughly 3-4 inches in diameter. This recipe should make about 6-8 giant meatballs, depending on the size.
Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
4. Bake the Meatballs:
Drizzle the meatballs with a little olive oil to help them brown and crisp up.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside. If you want to check for doneness, you can use a meat thermometer—the internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
5. Serve the Meatballs:
Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven. If desired, heat some marinara sauce in a pan or microwave and spoon it over the meatballs.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and grated Parmesan, if desired. Serve with pasta, on a sub roll for a meatball sandwich, or with a side of garlic bread.