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meatballs

Homemade Meatballs: 5 Delicious Secrets to Savory Goodness


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

Description

Delicious homemade meatballs that are perfect for pasta or as appetizers.


Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
  6. Serve with pasta or as appetizers with sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: meatballs, homemade meatballs, Italian meatballs