Meatball Recipes

Whether served as part of an appetizer spread or atop a giant plate of spaghetti, these recipes for meatballs show you several yummy ways to prepare the meaty staple.

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    Marvelous Meatball Recipes

    Think outside the spaghetti bowl! The meatball is more versatile than you might think. We’ve got recipes for meatballs from around the world for just about every course and occasion.

    Greek Meatballs

    These juicy baked Greek meatballs are a Mediterranean twist on a weeknight favorite. Seasoned with fresh mint, dill and tangy...


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    Tyler Smith’s Homemade Meatball Sub

    These meatballs are big and full of Italian flavor. Pile them on a toasted sub roll with mozzarella or provolone...


    Quick and Simple Meatballs

    Keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for an easy weeknight meal. This simple meatball recipe can be...


    Chili and Jelly Meatballs

    25 reviews

    The secret ingredient in this sassy sauce is the grape jelly. It's a sweet contrast with the chili sauce. —Irma...

    Tangy Glazed Meatballs

    The slightly sweet sauce on these meatballs has such a great zing to it. Use a little more or less...


    Sloppy Joe Meatball Subs

    2 reviews

    A mashup of two favorite recipes, these sloppy joe meatball subs are certainly unique. I love to make them on...

    Slow-Cooker Meatball Stew

    6 reviews

    This recipe was a lifesaver when I worked full time and needed a dinner that we all would enjoy when...


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    Sneaky Turkey Meatballs

    3 reviews

    Like most kids, mine refuse to eat certain veggies. In order to feed them healthy foods, I have to be...


    Barbecue and Beer Meatballs

    2 reviews

    This simple meatball recipe relies on timesaving ingredients like frozen meatballs and barbecue sauce. It's the perfect last-minute appetizer! —Taste...


    Meatballs in Honey Buffalo Sauce

    9 reviews

    My family loves the sweet and spicy combination and declared this recipe an instant favorite just for that reason. The...

    Meatballs with Cranberry Dipping Sauce

    2 reviews

    With their cranberry dipping sauce, these no-fuss appetizer meatballs make use of traditional Thanksgiving ingredients, so they're ideal around the...


    Italian Appetizer Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Store-bought spaghetti sauce speeds up the preparation of these homemade meatball appetizers. Leftovers make terrific sub sandwiches. —Rene McCrory, Indianapolis,...


    Easy Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs

    7 reviews

    The already prepared meatballs make this a very easy and quick supper. You can use your own homemade meatballs or...


    Buffet Meatballs

    31 reviews

    I need only five ingredients to fix these easy appetizers. My grape jelly and ketchup meatballs make an appearance...


    Italian Wedding Soup

    13 reviews

    Even in our hot Florida weather, this soup always satisfies! I add cooked pasta at the end of the simmering...

    Tiny Taco Meatballs

    2 reviews

    These meatballs may be tiny, but they're big on taste. Taco seasoning adds a tasty twist to these appetizers that...


    Meatball Hash Brown Bake

    8 reviews

    For a seniors potluck at church, I wanted to create a recipe that would incorporate a meat dish and side...


    Marmalade Meatballs

    5 reviews

    We had a potluck at work, so I started cooking these meatballs in the morning. By lunchtime they were ready....


    Slow-Cooked Meatball Stew

    27 reviews

    I came up with this hearty meal-in-one as another way to use frozen meatballs. It's quick to put together in...


    Tofu Meatballs

    Tofu meatballs are a meatless twist on classic Italian meatballs. Serve these baked meatballs as a warm appetizer or pair...


    Asian Meatballs

    3 reviews

    These tender little Asian meatballs are flavor-packed and versatile enough for weeknight dinners and party spreads.


    Königsberger Klopse (German Meatballs and Gravy)

    In this Oma-approved Königsberger klopse recipe, tender meatballs are cooked in a creamy white sauce flavored with capers and lemon.


    Lamb Meatballs

    These lamb meatballs draw inspiration from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern kitchens. They blend the richness of lamb with herbs and...


    Slow-Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs with Gnocchi

    3 reviews

    These Italian-style slow-cooker Tuscan chicken meatballs with gnocchi are bright, tender, and couldn't be easier to make.

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    Sweet & Spicy Party Meatballs

    1 review

    A friend served this at a party years ago and I modified the recipe. Apple, peach and apricot preserves make...


    Gluten-Free Meatballs

    With these gluten-free meatballs the motto is "No bread crumbs? No problem!" Instead of bread crumbs they call for gluten-free...


    Ricotta Meatballs

    1 review

    Ricotta meatballs are more tender than your average meatball recipe, so definitely brown them before simmering them in the sauce.


    Korean Meatballs

    2 reviews

    These tender Korean meatballs take under an hour to make and will probably be devoured in less than half that...


    Instant Pot Meatballs

    Easy to make and packed with flavor, these Instant Pot meatballs will always be welcome on the table.


    Eggplant Meatballs

    These vegetarian eggplant meatballs transform the humble eggplant into savory, Italian-inspired bites packed with herbs and cheese. Simmer them in...