Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp whole milk
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a separate small bowl, stir the milk into the breadcrumbs and let them sit for 2 minutes to hydrate.
  3. Add the ground beef and ground pork to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the beaten egg, the hydrated breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and the pre-mixed garlic seasoning to the meat.
  5. Using your hands or a fork, gently fold the ingredients together until no more streaks of seasoning are visible; do not over-knead.
  6. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop roughly 2 tbsp of mixture and roll gently into 1.5-inch balls, placing them on the sheet without touching.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until the exterior is mahogany-colored and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).