Servings: 4 meatballs
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- oven-safe pan
- cookie scoop
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb Ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs can swap with crushed crackers
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese or Pecorino Romano for sharper taste
- 1 Egg can use a flax egg for vegan option
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced or garlic powder in a pinch
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning customize your own mix for special twist
- 1 tsp Salt Himalayan pink salt adds unique zing
- 1 tsp Black pepper can swap for crushed red pepper for heat
For the Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups Marinara sauce homemade sauce can enhance flavor
For the Topping
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese or use provolone for different flavor
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking and a golden color.
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs for even cooking.
- Warm marinara sauce in a large oven-safe pan over medium heat until it bubbles gently.
- Add meatballs to the simmering sauce and let them simmer for 10 minutes to absorb flavor.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the meatballs.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Notes
Optional: Serve with fresh basil for added flavor. Ensure meat mixture is well combined but avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender.
Nutrition
Serving: 1meatball | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg
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