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Meatball Recipe

Juicy and flavorful homemade meatballs perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and the egg. Mix by hand until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter, ensuring they are uniform in size.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
  5. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each ball for even cooking.
  6. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  7. While the meatballs bake, warm the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  8. Serve the meatballs with the warm marinara sauce drizzled on top and enjoy.

Notes

For extra flavor, sear the meatballs in a skillet before baking to develop a crispy crust.