Mix the meat, egg, milk, parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, seasonings and garlic in a large bowl.
1 pound ground beef (85 or better), 1 large egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, 4 cloves of garlic, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend, 1 tablespoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt
Use your hands or spoon to form the mixture into similar.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil or cooking spray if not using a non-stick pan.
When the pan is hot, add the meatballs and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
Rotate the balls every 2 to 3 minutes, searing all sides of the balls.
Option 1: Turn the heat down and continue cooking the meatballs on the stovetop. Place a lid over the meatballs and cook, rotating occassionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
Option 2: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet or use an oven safe skillet. Bake for about 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
Option 3: Turn the heat to low and pour sauce over the meatballs. Continue cooking for about an hour to two. The meatballs need to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
Notes
You can finish the meatballs either in the skillet, in the oven, or smothered in sauce. The sauce method is the slowest, but it also allows the meatballs to absorb the flavors, adds flavor to the sauce, and makes them extra tender.Do not over mix the meat.Adding milk may sound odd, but it helps with keeping the meatballs moist when cooking.