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Melt-In-Your-Mouth Italian Meatballs

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Italian Meatballs for Cozy Nights

These melt-in-your-mouth Italian meatballs are a comforting dinner perfect for cozy nights, combining rich flavors and tender texture that everyone loves.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80-85% lean) For juicy texture
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Italian-seasoned for flavor
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated fresh for best flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ¼ cup Parsley Fresh, chopped; can substitute with basil or oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper To taste
For Serving Suggestions
  • 1 pound Pasta For serving over
  • 4 pieces Meatball Sub Toasted for serving
  • 4 cups Mashed Potatoes For pairing
For Storage
  • 3 days Fridge For storing cooked meatballs
  • 3 months Freezer For longer storage

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  3. With damp hands, roll the mixture into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on the baking tray.
  4. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. For more flavor, transfer the baked meatballs to simmer in marinara sauce for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Serve over pasta, in a sub, or with mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness. Check the internal temperature to prevent drying out.

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