Best 4 All Purpose Freezer Meatballs Recipes
Cooking delicious and versatile all-purpose freezer meatballs is a great way to save time and have a tasty meal on hand whenever you need it. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner, a party appetizer, or a hearty addition to your next soup or pasta dish, freezer meatballs are a freezer-friendly lifesaver. With just a little bit of planning, you can easily create a batch of these freezer-friendly meatballs that can be cooked in a variety of ways. So, gather your ingredients, get ready to mix, roll, and freeze, and discover the convenience and versatility of all-purpose freezer meatballs!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
MAKE-AHEAD MEATBALLS
My husband and I have company often. Keeping a supply of these frozen meatballs on hand means I can easily prepare a quick, satisfying meal. I start with a versatile meatball mix that makes about 12 dozen meatballs, then freeze them in batches for future use. -Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 5 batches (about 30 meatballs per batch).
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls, about 12 dozen. , Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink, turning often; drain. Cool. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Reheat on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan in a preheated 350° oven until heated through.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ALL PURPOSE FREEZER MEATBALLS
Having frozen dry meatballs is handier than pockets in a shirt. From subs to spaghetti/with they are another one of those things that make cooking well for one possible. This is a conglomeration of a number of recipes that seems to work.
Provided by T. Woolfe
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 12 balls
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- I mix the Panko ginger allspice salt and egg in a small bowl.
- Ginger, allspice, and Molasses MAY and likely SHOULD be increased Run it all, with the beef, through the FINE die on your food grinder.
- If you do not have a grinder, purchase the beef fine grind, at least twice through the grinder.
- And chop the onion fine in your food processor.
- I'm looking here for a very dense end product.
- Mix well by hand.
- Form into no-larger-than-pingpong ball size.
- Roll lightly in that excess Panko or bread crumbs I forgot to tell you to put in a plate.
- Place on a grill rack, Hopefully fine grate enough so they don't fall through.
- Oven at 400 (preheat).
- Bake about 20 min OR until that instant thermometer reads 145+.
- Let them cool completely and put what you're not going to use now in a freezer bag.
- That extra roll in Panko keeps them loose in the bag.
- For use?
- Put the balls and some (jarred) pasta sauce, gravy, whatever you fancy in the microwave to heat.
- Place in/on bun, spaghetti, hash browned or mashed potatoes, rice, or whatever the spirit moves you to.
- It's a handy meal-in-a-hurry.
- Enjoy and let me know any other uses you can find.
- T.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.2, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 38.8, Sodium 63.3, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.6, Protein 8.1
ALL-PURPOSE MEATBALLS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 125 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make the meatballs, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, cream, parsley, mustard, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Mix together well with your hands. Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions and roll them into balls with your hands. Place the meatballs onto parchment-lined baking sheets and put the baking sheets in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes for the meatballs to firm up.
- To brown the meatballs, heat the olive oil in a heavy pot or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook, turning the meatballs to make sure they brown all over, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- Freezer instructions: Put the cooked meatballs in a single layer on baking sheets and put into the freezer. When frozen, divide them into freezer bags, 25 per bag, and return them to the freezer.
MAKE-AHEAD FREEZER MEATBALLS
A wonderful all-purpose meatball to use in a variety of recipes! Easy to make, and with ingredients usually on hand. The yield is based on 1-1/2" meatballs, but you can make them smaller. I get about forty-eight 1" meatballs out of this same recipe.
Provided by pianomom
Categories Meat
Time 35m
Yield 32 1-1/2, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except beef.
- Mix in beef well, and shape into meatballs.
- Place all on single layer in pan.
- Bake 20 minutes at 350.
- Remove and drain on paper towels, and let cool 15 minutes.
- Put in freezer bag or freezer container or use immediately.
Tips:
- Choose the right meat: Use a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal for the best flavor and texture.
- Season the meat well: Use a generous amount of salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning to flavor the meatballs.
- Mix the meat thoroughly: Make sure the meat is evenly mixed so that the meatballs are uniform in flavor and texture.
- Chill the meat mixture: Chilling the meat mixture for at least 30 minutes before forming the meatballs will help them hold their shape better.
- Form the meatballs: Use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form the meatballs into 1-inch balls.
- Brown the meatballs: Brown the meatballs in a large skillet over medium heat until they are browned on all sides.
- Simmer the meatballs: Simmer the meatballs in your favorite sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
- Freeze the meatballs: Once the meatballs are cooked, let them cool completely and then freeze them in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
These all-purpose freezer meatballs are a lifesaver for busy weeknights. They are easy to make ahead of time and can be used in a variety of dishes, from spaghetti and meatballs to sub sandwiches. So next time you have some extra time, make a batch of these meatballs and freeze them for later. You'll be glad you did!
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