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easy meatball recipes

Easy Meatball Recipes: 5 Steps to Delicious Success


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Simple and delicious meatball recipe for beginners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.
  3. Mix well using your hands until everything is evenly combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in size.
  5. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  7. Serve with pasta, on a sub, or with your favorite sauce.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender.
  • Use lean ground beef for less fat.
  • Experiment with different herbs for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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