Giant Lazy Meatballs Recipe — Step-by-Step Guide & Transcript

Chef John’s Giant Lazy Meatballs

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Beginner 2 min read For: Home cooks looking for a simple, no-fuss meatball recipe.
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This video demonstrates how to make giant, lazy meatballs by combining ground pork and beef with a breadcrumb slurry and seasonings, then baking them in the oven instead of pan-frying. The recipe simplifies the traditional process while delivering a flavorful, cheesy result.

[00:00]
Breadcrumb Slurry

Crumble stale bread and mix with whole milk to create a slurry that adds moisture.

[00:14]
Meat Mixture

Use half ground pork and half ground beef, seasoned with salt, pepper, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne.

[00:29]
Additional Ingredients

Add olive oil, Parmesan, parsley, and beaten eggs to bind the mixture.

[00:41]
Chilling and Shaping

Chill the mixture for an hour, then form four giant meatballs.

[00:55]
Oven Baking

Bake at 400°F for 40-45 minutes instead of pan-frying.

[01:08]
Finishing Touches

Top with tomato sauce, Monterey Jack cheese, and Parmesan, then bake for 5 more minutes.

Tutorial Checklist

1 00:00 Crumble four slices of stale bread into a bowl.
2 00:00 Add whole milk to the bread crumbs and stir to form a slurry. Set aside.
3 00:14 Combine half ground pork and half ground beef in a large bowl.
4 00:14 Add kosher salt, black pepper, dried oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, and a few shakes of cayenne.
5 00:29 Mix in the breadcrumb slurry, olive oil, freshly grated Parmesan, optional chopped Italian parsley, and beaten eggs.
6 00:41 Mix everything thoroughly, then refrigerate for about an hour.
7 00:41 Remove from fridge and divide the mixture into four equal portions, shaping each into a giant meatball.
8 00:55 Place the meatballs in the center of a 400°F oven and bake for 40-45 minutes.
9 01:08 Top the baked meatballs with your favorite tomato sauce, then add Monterey Jack cheese and a dusting of Parmesan.
10 01:08 Return to the oven for about 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11 01:27 Finish with a sprinkling of Italian parsley and serve.

Study Flashcards (5)

What is a breadcrumb slurry?

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A mixture of stale bread crumbs and milk, used to add moisture and bind the meatballs.

What meat combination is used?

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Half ground pork and half ground beef.

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What additional ingredients are added to the meat mixture?

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Kosher salt, black pepper, dried oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, Italian parsley, and beaten eggs.

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At what temperature and for how long are the meatballs baked?

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400 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 to 45 minutes.

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What cheese is used instead of mozzarella?

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Monterey Jack cheese.

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💡 Key Takeaways

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Breadcrumb Slurry

Using a slurry of stale bread and milk keeps the meatballs moist without overworking the meat.

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Baking Instead of Pan-Frying

Baking the meatballs in the oven simplifies the process and reduces hands-on cooking time.

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Cheese Substitution

Using Monterey Jack instead of mozzarella adds a different flavor profile while still melting well.

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