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Buca Di Beppo Meatball
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Buca Di Beppo Meatball Recipe

If you’ve ever dined at Buca Di Beppo, you know their meatballs are legendary, tender, juicy, and packed with Italian flavors. This copycat recipe brings the authentic taste of Buca Di Beppo’s famous meatballs straight into your kitchen. Made with a blend of beef and pork, fresh parsley, Parmesan cheese, and slow-baked in rich tomato sauce, these meatballs are perfect for a hearty dinner, family gatherings, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 50 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 1 pound Ground pork
  • 2 cups Bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1/2 cup Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1/2 cup Whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Butter

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making Buca Di Beppo’s meatballs at home, the right tools will make the process smoother and more enjoyable:
  1. Large Mixing Bowl – To combine all your ingredients thoroughly.
  2. Wooden Spoon or Hands – Sometimes the best way to mix meatballs is with your hands for even blending.
  3. Skillet or Frying Pan – For browning the meatballs before baking.
  4. Baking Dish – To bake the meatballs in rich tomato sauce.
  5. Tongs or Slotted Spoon – For flipping and transferring meatballs.
  6. Foil – To cover the baking dish and lock in moisture during baking.
Having these essentials ensures your meatballs turn out just as delicious as the ones served at Buca Di Beppo.