Description
Melt-In-Your-Mouth Italian Meatballs are a comforting and flavorful addition to any meal. With a perfect balance of savory Parmesan, aromatic garlic, and fresh parsley, these meatballs promise a rich taste that will delight your family and friends. They are quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve them with pasta, in a sub sandwich, or as an appetizer dipped in your favorite sauce. Whether enjoyed fresh or made ahead for meal prep, these tender meatballs are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or preferred ground meat)
- 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/4 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the Italian bread crumbs and milk; let it sit for about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and parsley to the breadcrumb mixture; mix gently until combined.
- Shape into 2-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg