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Meatballs

Juicy 12-Minute Meatballs – The Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 meatballs 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Juicy and flavorful meatballs made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, and herbs. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as an appetizer.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Brown meatballs on all sides, about 2 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer meatballs to a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Serve hot with pasta, sauce, or as desired.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • For extra flavor, add chopped fresh parsley.
  • Meatballs can be frozen before or after cooking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: meatballs, beef, Italian, homemade, easy