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Italian Meatballs

Italian Meatballs

These Italian Meatballs are an easy, flavorful comfort food that brings a taste of Italy to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Comfort Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground beef ensures rich flavor
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs acts as a binding agent
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.25 cup Fresh parsley chopped
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 large Egg helps bind the mixture
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Crushed tomatoes the sauce base
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano infuses authentic flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried basil adds hint of sweetness

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, and egg. Stir gently until just combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
  5. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Gently combine the baked meatballs into the simmering sauce for an additional five minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve topped with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

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