Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Form mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and parsley for maximum flavor.
- You can also cook the meatballs in the sauce directly for a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Baking and simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs with sauce
- Calories: 330 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg