How to cook meatballs — homemade or store-bought
Meatballs are endlessly versatile, the ultimate comfort food and perfect for a weeknight dinner, lunch leftovers and even a party snack. Make your own meatballs, or save time with our pre-made ones. With classic meatball dishes and globally inspired flavours, this collection of recipes gives you many ways to make meatballs a favourite at your place.
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Cheesy meatball bake with crusty garlic bread
Simplify your dinner routine with this cheesy meatball traybake. Mozzarella cubes get tucked inside each pre-made meatball, ensuring a gooey, cheesy surprise in every bite, while a splash of vinegar in the sauce adds a bright, complementary tang. Top it all off with a warm, crusty slice of garlic bread, perfect for dipping.
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Teriyaki pork meatballs with sesame and ginger veg
These savoury and sweet teriyaki pork meatballs are on the table in just 20 minutes. Mix ready made pork and veal meatballs with teriyaki sauce, fresh ginger and garlic. Pair with sesame-ginger glazed veggies for a complete meal. A great way to sneak in those extra leftover veggies from the fridge!
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Swedish meatballs with broccolini
Set a cosy Scandi vibe at home in 20 minutes by whipping up these classic Swedish meatballs — no flatpack assembly required. Stir ready-made pork and veal meatballs into a rich, creamy gravy and serve with something green. Go for the full experience by serving these hearty meatballs with a side of mashed potatoes.
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Meatball, Pesto & Risoni Bake
This meatball and risoni bake uses convenient ingredients, like pre-made meatballs and canned lentils, as well as multiple single-serve baking dishes, making it a practical meal prep option for preparing several portions at once for future meals. The oven does most of the work, resulting in an easy and satisfying meal that requires minimal hands-on effort.
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Italian meatball and garlic bread traybake
Think of this meatball traybake as a weeknight hack to our cheesy meatball bake — garlic bread and all. Three steps, 30 minutes and five key ingredients are all you need to get this crowd-pleaser on the table. Plus, you only need one dish to prepare it, making post-dinner clean up easy as.
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Super quick spaghetti and meatballs
Whip up this super quick recipe in no time. Utilise store-bought meatballs or make a batch in advance for a meal that comes together in minutes. Perfect for those evenings when you need a satisfying and budget-friendly dinner on the table fast.
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Sticky sweet-chilli meatballs with noodle salad
Combine the sweet heat of chilli sauce with succulent meatballs for a dish that’s sure to please. Toss with a cold noodle salad for a refreshing contrast. A brilliant way to utilise leftover noodles and introduce a spectrum of flavours and textures.
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Meatballs with passata
While this recipe has you making your own, you can easily swap in store-bought meatballs to cutdown the prep time. All that’s left to do is heat everything up for a super easy and completely comforting spaghetti and meatballs dinner.
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Honey mustard meatballs with mash
These honey mustard meatballs bring together the universally loved combination of sweet and tangy flavours. Meatballs get coated in a honey mustard chicken recipe base and are served alongside our ready-made roasted garlic mash and fresh green beans. It's an easy way to get a comforting meal on the table in just a few steps.
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Meatball casserole
Transform leftover veggies into a sumptuous meatball casserole. Cook up celery, carrots and any other vegetables you have on hand, layer in meatballs and macaroni pasta, then bake with a generous topping of cheese. A one-dish wonder that’s both satisfying and a great way to transform leftovers.
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Easy Tuscan style meatballs and rice
Transport your taste buds to Tuscany with meatballs infused with Italian herbs and sundried tomatoes. Serve with a side of aromatic rice for a hearty meal that's both indulgent and easy to prepare. Ideal for a romantic dinner or a sophisticated family meal.
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Italian wedding soup
Embrace the warmth and comfort of Italian wedding soup, a blend of tender meatballs, leafy greens and your favourite pasta in a fragrant, savoury broth. While this soup isn’t served at Italian weddings, it does get its name from the marriage of flavours from the rich mix of vegetables and meat.
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French onion meatball pasta
Work smarter, not harder and hack your weeknight with penne, a French onion soup packet and sausage made into meatballs (though you can easily swap in ready-made meatballs if you’d like). Ready in four steps and less than 30 minutes, this recipe also reserves the pasta water to create a glossy sauce to bring it all together.
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Meatball subs
Transform leftover meatballs into tasty subs. For those who can’t get enough of garlic bread, tuck meatballs into homemade or ready-made garlic bread for extra flavour and a low-cost lunch or dinner.
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Baked Italian meatballs
Using just four ingredients you can have this satisfying yet easy dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes. Just throw together premade meatballs with passata and top with bocconcini and fresh basil. Serve with crusty bread and a salad for the perfect combo.
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Meatball stroganoff
Comforting and rich, this meatball stroganoff offers a convenient way to enjoy a classic Australian favourite. Shorten prep time by using meatballs and an easy stroganoff recipe base. This approach means less time in the kitchen, allowing you to quickly prepare a hearty meal with a creamy mushroom sauce to enjoy among family.
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Air-fryer money bags
Pull out the air-fryer for this easy money bags recipe to make an impressive appetiser hack. Using convenient wonton wrappers and pre-made meatballs, these crispy parcels are incredibly simple to assemble and quickly cook in the air fryer. Serve with a tangy sauce made of hoisin, sweet chilli, mirin, and fish sauce.
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Moroccan-spiced meatball sausage rolls
Another snack hack, this sausage roll recipe replaces sausage meat with meatballs. Fill your meatball mixture with lentils, carrots or any other veggies you have around. Roll in pastry, bake and serve with tomato relish.
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Smashed meatball tortillas
Hack the smash burger taco trend — with meatballs. Mix meatballs with taco seasoning and press them into tortillas. Cook the meat and crisp the tortilla at the same time, then top with your favourite burger toppings. A quick and easy fakeaway meal that’s ready in 3 steps.
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Best one-pot baked meatballs
Create the ultimate comfort food with this one-pot dish. Swap in ready-made meatballs for less steps and a quicker prep time, then bake in a rich tomato sauce. Serve straight from the oven for a dish that minimises cleanup without skimping on taste. Perfect for busy weeknights when time and energy are scarce and you need an emergency meal at hand.
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Asian meatball salad
Brighten up mealtime with this Asian meatball salad. Seasoned with fragrant herbs and fish sauce, meatballs are nestled atop a vibrant salad of mixed greens, herbs and a zesty lime dressing. An excellent choice for a light yet protein-packed lunch.
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Green curry meatballs
For spice lovers, this green curry recipe packs a heated punch in every bite. Meatballs are cooked in a green curry sauce and served with fresh crunchy veg. Serve with quick pickled red onion alongside rice or noodles for a vibrant, hearty and novel way to cook meatballs.
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Paprika meatball pockets
This pita pocket recipe hits the spot with just two steps and a wealth of flavour. All you need to do is prepare the meatballs then fill pita with hummus, veggies, herbs and, of course, the paprika meatballs. Play with flavours by adding tzatziki, pickles or a garlicky dip..
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Greek chicken meatballs in lemon sauce
Brighten your meal with Greek chicken meatballs in a zesty lemon sauce. Serve with a side of orzo or rice to soak up the aromatic flavours. An easy dinner that brings the authentic aromas of Greece to your home.
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Pasta with meatball ragu
This fast and fabulous pasta recipe is perfect for kickstarting a cosy night within 20 minutes. It's made with just four ingredients — ready-made meatballs, a rich ragout recipe base, rigatoni and frozen peas — and creates a hearty dinner in a bowl, perfect for nights on the couch.