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Meatball Recipe Italian

A comforting dish of juicy meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 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 fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Using your hands, gently form the mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, add them to the skillet with the marinara sauce and let them simmer together for about 10 minutes.
  7. Serve the meatballs hot, topped with more sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan.

Notes

Serve over pasta, in a sub, or alone with a side salad.