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Easy Baked Italian Meatballs Recipe

Easy Baked Italian Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 15 meatballs 1x
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

These Easy Baked Italian Meatballs are a flavorful and classic dish that is simple to prepare. Made with a blend of ground beef, herbs, and spices, these meatballs are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.


Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon Italian herbs
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/3 cup yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients until well mixed.
  3. Form the meatballs: Roll the meat mixture into balls, approximately 1 1/2 tablespoons each, and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 16-20 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit and are fully cooked.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the meatballs plain, with your favorite sauce, or with pasta.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg