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Homemade Meatballs

A simple and delicious recipe for homemade meatballs that's perfect for beginners. Enjoy them with spaghetti, on a sub sandwich, or as a snack!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce (optional for serving) Optional, for serving.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cooking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and browned on the outside.

Notes

Serve your meatballs immediately with a side of spaghetti and marinara sauce. They also make a great appetizer or sub sandwich filling. If you have leftovers, cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
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