Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Melt-In-Your-Mouth Italian Meatballs. These tender, juicy meatballs are bursting with flavor thanks to a delightful blend of Parmesan cheese, garlic, and fresh parsley. Ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests, this easy recipe guarantees satisfaction at any occasion. Whether served alongside pasta, in a sub roll, or as an appetizer, these meatballs promise to impress with minimal effort. Gather your ingredients and prepare for a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 lb ground beef (or preferred ground meat)
- 1/4 medium onion, finely diced or grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the Italian bread crumbs and milk; let sit for 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, Parmesan cheese, and parsley to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into uniform 2-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drain excess fat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg