Amish Meatball Noodles

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Amish Meatball Noodles: A Comforting Classic Made from Scratch

If you’re craving a hearty, home-style meal that feels like it came straight from a countryside kitchen, Amish Meatball Noodles is the perfect dish. Rooted in simple ingredients and rich flavors, this recipe combines tender homemade meatballs with soft egg noodles, all coated in a savory, comforting sauce. It’s filling, budget-friendly, and ideal for family dinners.

Let’s walk through everything step by step so you can recreate this cozy classic at home.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

500g ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1 small onion (finely chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika

For the Noodles:

2 cups egg noodles (store-bought or homemade)
Water for boiling
Salt

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup milk or cream
Salt and pepper to taste

Step 1: Prepare the Meatball Mixture

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.

Mix everything gently using your hands or a spoon. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough. You’re aiming for a soft, well-combined mixture.

Step 2: Shape the Meatballs

Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into evenly sized balls, about 1–1.5 inches in diameter.

Place them on a plate or tray. This recipe should yield around 15–20 meatballs depending on size.

Step 3: Cook the Meatballs

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of oil or butter.

Place the meatballs in the skillet and cook them for about 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally so they brown evenly on all sides. Make sure they are fully cooked through.

Once done, remove them from the pan and set aside. Keep the drippings in the pan—this adds flavor to the sauce.