Easy Giant Lazy Meatballs Recipe

Published Sep 27, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: Food Wishes via YouTube

True to its name, these giant lazy meatballs are very easy to make and they come in large sizes which is perfect if you don’t feel like making dinner or you simply don’t have time. This shareable dish is guaranteed to please a crowd and I bet you’d end up with clean plates once dinner is over.

This recipe by Food Wishes on YouTube is budget-friendly but it doesn’t compromise the taste which makes it the perfect family dish to make for your next weeknight mealtime. You can serve these meatballs with your favorite dish on the side or enjoy them as is, and you can also top them with more cheese depending on your preference.

Ingredients for Giant Lazy Meatballs:

Meatballs

4 large slices of stale white bread, crusts removed
½ cup of milk
1 pound of ground beef
1 pound of ground pork
2½ tsp of kosher salt
1 tsp of freshly ground black pepper
¼ tsp of dried oregano
1 tsp of onion powder
1 tsp of garlic powder
A pinch of cayenne pepper
1 tbsp of olive oil
¼ cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly grated
1/3 cup of freshly chopped Italian parsley, optional
2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Topping

2 cups of tomato sauce
2 ounces of Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
¼ cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly grated
1 tbsp of freshly chopped Italian parsley

How to Make Giant Lazy Meatballs:

Ingredients for Giant Lazy Meatballs — Image credit: Food Wishes via YouTube

Step 1

Remove the crusts and crumble the bread, then put them in a large bowl, add the milk, and mix them until thoroughly combined. Set it aside and let it stand for about 10 to 15 minutes until the bread has soaked in most of the liquid.

Step 2

In a large bowl, add the beef and pork, then break them apart using 2 forks, and then add the salt, black pepper, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, olive oil, parmesan cheese, parsley, eggs, and the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 3

Mix everything until well combined, then wrap the bowl with plastic, and place the mixture in the refrigerator to chill for about 1 hour. Preheat your oven to 400°F, then lightly grease a roasting pan or baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter, and set it aside.

Step 4

Take the mixture out of the refrigerator, then divide it into 4 equal parts, and shape each into a ball. Place them in the prepared pan, then bake them in the preheated oven for about 40 to 45 minutes or until the internal temperature has reached 160-165°F.

Step 5

Remove the meatballs from the oven, then spoon the tomato sauce over them evenly, and sprinkle both cheese on top. Put the meatballs back in the oven, then let them bake for about 5 to 10 minutes or more until the cheese has melted, and garnish with parsley. Serve and enjoy!