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Classic Italian Meatballs Recipe

Classic Italian Meatballs Recipe for Juicy, Flavorful Bites

Classic Italian Meatballs Recipe are moist, flavorful bites ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Choose lean beef for a balanced flavor without excess fat.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use plain or Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs for added flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Non-dairy alternatives can be used if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated cheese is recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic provides robust flavor.
  • 1 small Onion (finely chopped) Yellow onion adds mild sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Lightly beaten.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Basil or oregano can substitute.
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Perfect for serving over spaghetti.
  • 4 Sub Rolls Great for making meatball sandwiches.
  • Toothpicks Useful for serving meatballs as appetizers.

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. In a large mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs with milk and let soak for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix gently.
  4. Shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are golden brown.
  6. Serve with marinara sauce, in sub rolls, or as appetizers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to ensure they remain tender. Soaking the breadcrumbs is key for achieving the moist texture.

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