Soft, savoury, and simmered to perfection.
Some recipes are simple… and then some recipes become instant family favourites. These Juicy Pork Meatballs fall into the second category.
Made with Nutrafarms’ heritage pork Farmers Sausage, these meatballs are incredibly tender thanks to a clever breadcrumb-free batter mixture. A quick bake keeps them light and juicy, and finishing them in warm red sauce brings everything together with rich, comforting flavour.
Perfect for pasta night, stuffing into a sub, building a rice bowl, or snacking straight from the pan — no judgement here.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- Nutrafarms Farmers Sausage (removed from casing)
- ¼ cup batter
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ½ yellow onion, finely chopped (Chopping instead of grating keeps the mixture from getting too wet — essential when using batter.)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 1 whisked egg
For Finishing
- Your favourite red sauce
- Extra Parmesan for serving
🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine: Farmers sausage, batter, whole milk, garlic, salt, pepper, Parmesan, parsley, and the whisked egg. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Add the finely chopped onion last and fold it in.
Pro Tip: Mix well but not aggressively — over-mixing leads to dense meatballs.
2. Bake
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Roll the mixture into meatballs and place them on a lined baking tray. Bake for 15 minutes, flipping halfway for even browning.
3. Simmer in Sauce
Warm your favourite red sauce in a pot. Add your baked meatballs and simmer for 10 minutes, flipping once.
This step infuses flavour and keeps the meatballs unbelievably tender.4. Serve Your Way
These meatballs are endlessly versatile:
Tossed with pasta
Over a bowl of rice
Stuffed into a toasted sub
Why Nutrafarms Heritage Pork?
Nutrafarms partners with Ontario farming families who raise cage-free, heritage-breed pigs using ethical, sustainable practices. Heritage pork delivers richer flavour, juicier texture, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing exactly where your food comes from.
👉 Want to try high-quality, Ontario-raised Farmers Sausage for yourself? Explore our Heritage Pork selection here.
🔔 Ready to Fill Your Freezer with Local, High-Quality Meats?
Nutrafarms’ customizable farm packages make it easy to stock your home with premium, Ontario-raised meats at prices that fit a family budget — plus a 3-year price lock guarantee for peace of mind.
