Best 10 Meatballs Sausage Dinner Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delectable flavors of a hearty and comforting dish: meatballs and sausage dinner. This classic combination offers a harmonious blend of succulent meatballs and savory sausage, enveloped in a rich and flavorful sauce. Whether you prefer traditional Italian meatballs or explore innovative variations, this article presents an enticing selection of recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From easy-to-follow recipes for beginners to more adventurous culinary creations, you'll find the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds and create a memorable dining experience for yourself and your loved ones.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN SAUSAGE MEATBALLS



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These Easy Italian Sausage Meatballs are juicy and so flavorful! This is a great recipe for serving a crowd! Simply roll, bake, and serve with your favorite sauce! These homemade meatballs are delicious on rolls, salads, or toss with pasta for classic spaghetti and meatballs!

Provided by Ashley Manila

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds ground sausage
2 large eggs
1 and 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup lukewarm water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees (F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine ground sausage, eggs, breadcrumbs, cheese, and garlic. Slowly add the water, a few tablespoons at a time, mixing with your hands until everything is just combined. Don't over mix here or it'll make the meatballs tough. The mixture should be very moist but still hold its shape when rolled into meatballs.
  • Using an ice cream scoop or large spoon, scoop about one tablespoon of meat into your palms and roll it into a ball. Place the ball on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with all of the meat.
  • Place the baking sheet in the oven to bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they're cooked though.
  • Toss with your favorite sauce and serve!

MEATBALLS SAUSAGE DINNER



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One day I was having trouble deciding what to make for dinner, so I combined whatever was in the refrigerator and freezer. To my surprise, everyone loved it! -Elizabeth Martz, Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
Lemon-pepper seasoning to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine broccoli, potatoes, carrots and onion. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with sausage. Shape beef into 1-in. balls; arrange over top. Pour broth over casserole; sprinkle with lemon-pepper seasoning. Bake, uncovered, until meatballs are no longer pink, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

ITALIAN MEATBALLS AND SAUSAGES



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Here's a wonderful appetizer for the big game or any family function. Very easy to prepare and also very tasty. I've doubled and even tripled the recipe for large to huge groups. No matter how much I make, I always come home with an empty slow cooker. -Jan Kasinger, Graham, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed
1 bottle (16 ounces) zesty Italian salad dressing
1 package (14 ounces) miniature smoked sausages
2 cups medium fresh mushrooms, stems removed
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 4-6 hours, stirring every hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

MEATBALL AND SAUSAGE CASSEROLE



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As the grandfather of six oft-hungry children, Pierre Franey sought to develop dishes that would "capture their attention." This hearty, kid-friendly casserole of meatballs, sausage, onions, peppers and mushrooms did not disappoint. It's sort of a cross between a casserole and a stew, and can be served over pasta or polenta, or with a huge hunk of bread to sop up the herb-y tomato sauce. If you'd like, you can easily substitute ground chicken, turkey, pork or veal for the beef in the meatballs (or any combination of them all). The meatballs are seasoned with Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, cumin, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. Depending on the composition of the meatballs, you might want to try other favorite spices, too, like ginger, coriander seed or fennel.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 pound ground turkey, chicken, beef, pork or veal or any combination
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1/4 cup fresh or canned chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
4 teaspoons chopped parsley
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 sweet or hot Italian sausages, 1 pound
1 cup chopped onions
1/4 pound mushrooms, sliced
1 large green pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups crushed canned tomatoes
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 bay leaf
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Put the meat in a mixing bowl and add the bread crumbs, cheese, egg, broth, nutmeg, cumin, 1 teaspoon of the garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. Blend well and shape the mixture into 24 small meatballs.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick or enamelware skillet and add the meatballs. Cook, turning often, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove the meatballs and set aside. Prick the sausages with a fork and add them to the pan. Cook, turning often, until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Scatter the onions, mushrooms, green pepper and remaining 1 tablespoon garlic around the sausages, and sauté, about 5 minutes. Add the meatballs and the accumulated juices back to the pan (the pan will be crowded).
  • Add the tomatoes, rosemary, wine and bay leaf and stir to dissolve any browned particles on the bottom of the skillet. Cover closely and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and sprinkle with basil when served.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 760, UnsaturatedFat 33 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 53 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 1292 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ONE-POT SAUSAGE MEATBALLS WITH CREAMY TOMATO PENNE



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With just a few basic ingredients, this rich and creamy one-pot pasta dinner turns simple sausage meatballs into a beautiful meal with weeknight ease.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 egg
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
12 oz uncooked penne pasta (3 3/4 cups)
Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired
Shredded fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix sausage, bread crumbs, onion and egg until well combined. Shape mixture into 12 (2-inch) meatballs.
  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add meatballs; cook 9 to 11 minutes, gently turning occasionally, just until browned on all sides.
  • Stir in broth, pasta sauce and whipping cream; heat to boiling. Stir in pasta; return to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 18 to 22 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center (165°F), pasta is cooked to desired tenderness and sauce is thickened. Top with Parmesan cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 68 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1560 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

MEATBALLS SAUSAGE DINNER



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One day I was having trouble deciding what to make for dinner, so I combined whatever was in the refrigerator and freezer. To my surprise, everyone loved it! -Elizabeth Martz, Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
Lemon-pepper seasoning to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine broccoli, potatoes, carrots and onion. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with sausage. Shape beef into 1-in. balls; arrange over top. Pour broth over casserole; sprinkle with lemon-pepper seasoning. Bake, uncovered, until meatballs are no longer pink, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

MEATBALL-SAUSAGE SUBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 8h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 28-ounce cans whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces), plus 1 small piece parmesan rind
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
4 cloves garlic, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
2 large eggs
1 1/2 pounds sweet and/or hot Italian sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 loaves Italian bread, cut into 3-inch pieces and split open
Shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaves and parmesan rind in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add 1 cup water, 1/4 cup parsley, 2 chopped garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  • Combine the breadcrumbs and milk in a medium bowl; soak 2 minutes. In a separate bowl, combine the beef, eggs, 1 cup parmesan, the remaining 1/4 cup parsley and 2 chopped garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the breadcrumb-milk mixture and mix with your hands until combined. With damp hands, shape into 24 meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches each; transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Add the sausage pieces to the slow cooker, then cover and cook on low, 7 hours. Remove the bay leaves and parmesan rind and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Serve on the bread and top with mozzarella.

SHEET-PAN SAUSAGE MEATBALLS WITH TOMATOES AND BROCCOLI



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Instead of making meatballs from scratch, this weeknight recipe calls for rolling bulk sausage into small meatballs that cook alongside broccoli, tomatoes and mushrooms. Sprinkling a layer of Parmesan over the entire pan during the second half of cooking allows it to melt and crisp simultaneously; a blanket of gooey cheese coats the roasted tomatoes, while the Parmesan that falls directly onto the sheet pan becomes crunchy and frico-like. Use the garlic bread that cooks alongside to scrape up any pan juices or to assemble French bread pizzas.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories     dinner, weekday, sausages, vegetables, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1 head broccoli florets or 2 bunches broccolini, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, trimmed and sliced (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more as needed
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Kosher salt
3/4 pound bulk spicy or sweet Italian sausage (or fresh sausages removed from casing)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1 loaf soft Italian bread, split lengthwise
3 to 5 small garlic cloves, grated or minced

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees with one rack in the lower third and one in the upper. On one sheet pan, combine the tomatoes, broccoli and mushrooms with 1/4 cup oil. Season with 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes and salt to taste. Toss to combine, then arrange the tomatoes so they are cut-side up. Roll the sausage into 1-inch balls. (There should be about 30.) Distribute them around the vegetables. Sprinkle the entire sheet pan with 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Roast for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, brush the cut sides of the bread with about 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil. Spread the grated garlic on the bread, then sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon oregano and salt to taste. Cut into 3- to 4-inch pieces. Grease another sheet pan with olive oil, then place the bread on the pan, cut-side up.
  • After 15 minutes, gently shake the pan to flip the meatballs. Sprinkle the entire pan with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan, concentrating your efforts on the tomatoes and the empty pan edges so that some Parmesan has room to crisp. Return the meatball sheet pan to the lowest rack and place the bread sheet pan on the higher rack. Roast until the bread is golden at the edges, the broccoli tips are crispy and the meatballs are cooked through, 7 to 10 minutes. (If the broccoli and meatballs need a little more time, remove the bread from the oven, cover loosely with foil and continue to roast the other sheet pan for 5 more minutes.)
  • Use a wooden spoon or spatula to scrape up any cheese that has stuck to the bottom of the pan. Serve everything with the garlic bread and more grated cheese.

MEATBALL SAUSAGE DINNER



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This is from Taste of Home Ground Beef Cookbook. I substituted Earl Campbell sausage for the Polish or kielbasa sausage from the original recipe.

Provided by LovingLosing

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lb earl campbell sausage, halved and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 lb lean ground beef
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can nonfat beef broth
1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients.
  • Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan.
  • Sprinkle with sausage.
  • Shape beef into 1-in. balls; arrange over top.
  • Pour broth over the casserole.
  • Sprinkle with lemon-pepper.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.6, Fat 25.8, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 750.9, Carbohydrate 21.3, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 19.9

ITALIAN SAUSAGE MEATBALLS



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I developed this recipe as I was reviewing many other meatball recipes. The spices in the sweet Italian sausage give it the extra kick. These meatballs can be frozen for use later. Or used immediately in your favorite sauce. These are also a great appetizer with dipping sauce.

Provided by Steve_La Mirada

Categories     Pork

Time 27m

Yield 60 balls

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs sweet Italian sausage (casing removed)
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/3 cup marsala wine
olive oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix together throughly.
  • Using the palm of your hands. Roll into a ball shape. About one inch diameter.
  • Place oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  • Place meatballs in hot oils.
  • Move them around continuously to ensure that they do not burn, and are throughly cooked.
  • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes (golden brown).
  • Remove from oil and sit on paper towel to absorb any oil.
  • Add to your favorite sauce.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and pork for the meatballs to get a juicy and flavorful result.
  • Add bread crumbs or oats to the meatball mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
  • Season the meatballs generously with garlic, onion, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Sear the meatballs in a pan before adding them to the sauce to help them brown and hold their shape.
  • Use a homemade tomato sauce or a high-quality store-bought sauce for the best flavor.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the meatballs over spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious variations to choose from, there's sure to be a meatball and sausage dinner recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you're looking for a classic Italian dish or something more creative, these recipes are a great place to start. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to create a delicious meal that your family and friends will love.

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