In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, egg, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined—don’t overwork it, or the meatballs may turn tough.

Wet your hands slightly to make shaping easier. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball, placing it on a plate. Repeat until all the mixture is shaped.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Carefully add the meatballs to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden brown.

Once browned, pour your favorite marinara sauce over the meatballs. Cover and simmer on low heat for another 10 minutes.

With a slotted spoon, transfer meatballs to a serving dish, and spoon extra sauce over them for a sumptuous finish. Sprinkle more grated Parmesan before serving if desired.