Beef Meatballs with Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

1 pound ground beef

1/4 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 egg

1/4 cup milk

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce:

1/4 cup butter

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup milk

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, milk, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until just combined.

Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.

Cook the Meatballs: Heat about 1 inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Make the Garlic Parmesan Sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in milk and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.

Add Cheese and Garlic: Stir in Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute more, until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Combine: Return meatballs to the skillet and coat them evenly in the sauce.

Serve: Serve the meatballs immediately, spooning sauce over each one.

Tips:

You can use any type of ground meat you like, such as ground turkey or ground pork.

For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Serve with your favorite sides, such as pasta, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.