Description
A simple and delicious meatball recipe that combines juicy meat with herbs and spices, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground meat (beef, pork, chicken, or turkey)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your choice of sauce (marinara or BBQ)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined. Take care not to overmix.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, each about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve immediately with your favorite sauce.
Notes
You can prepare the meatball mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg