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Italian Meatballs

Savory Italian Meatballs That Melt in Your Mouth

These Italian meatballs are flavorful, easy to make, and perfect for any dinner, evoking warmth and nostalgia.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef 80-85% lean for the best texture
  • 1 cup Italian Bread Crumbs Absorbs moisture for texture
  • 1/2 cup Milk Substitute with non-dairy alternative if needed
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced or grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic Mincing is recommended
  • 1 large Egg Binds the mixture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use Parmigiano-Reggiano for authenticity
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with dried parsley (1 tsp)

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the Italian bread crumbs with milk in a mixing bowl and let sit for at least 5 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, parmesan cheese, and parsley to the soaked breadcrumbs. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes until golden-brown and cooked through.
  6. Serve with a sauce of your choice or in a hearty pasta dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness; these meatballs freeze beautifully for meal prep.

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