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Homemade Italian Style Meatballs Recipe
A classic recipe for savory Italian meatballs, perfect for pasta or as a sandwich filling.
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Prep Time:
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time:
25
minutes
minutes
Total Time:
40
minutes
minutes
Servings:
4
Calories:
120
kcal
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
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1.1
lb
ground beef
Use 80/20 for better flavor.
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1.3
cups
Italian breadcrumbs
You can use panko for more texture.
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1
large
egg
Binders are important for meatballs.
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0.5
cup
grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly grated adds more flavor.
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1
tbsp
dried oregano
Adjust based on preference.
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2
cloves
garlic
Minced for better incorporation.
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1
tsp
salt
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0.5
tsp
black pepper
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1
tbsp
fresh parsley
Chopped for freshness.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, oregano, garlic, salt, black pepper, and parsley.
Mix everything until well combined, but don't overwork the meat.
Form the mixture into meatballs, roughly 1.5 inches in diameter.
Place the meatballs on a lined baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
Serve with marinara sauce or on a sub roll.
Notes
For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes or use fresh breadcrumbs. These meatballs freeze well!