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Italian Meatballs

Delicious Italian meatballs made with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with herbs and served in marinara sauce. Perfect for any meal!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Italian meatballs, comfort food, pasta, family dinner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Italian herbs to taste
  • 2 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef and ground pork.
  • Add breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, minced garlic, and parsley. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
  • Mix until well combined and shape into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  • Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan.
  • Transfer baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Serve warm over spaghetti or in a sub.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 1g