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How to make Classic Baked Italian Meatballs

These homemade Italian meatballs are tender, flavorful, and perfect for any pasta. A combination of ground beef, breadcrumbs, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, they are sure to be a crowd pleaser. Serve them with your favorite marinara sauce and spaghetti for a comforting and delicious meal.

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Ingredients

number of servings
5
  • 1 lb ground ​beef Added to
  • 12 Cup breadcrumbs Added to
  • 14 Cup parmesan Added to
  • 14 Cup milk Added to
  • 1 Cup fresh chopped parsley Added to
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Added to
  • 1 egg Added to
  • 1 teaspoon salt Added to
  • 12 teaspoon ground black pepper Added to
  • 12 teaspoon dried oregano Added to
  • 14 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Added to
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Added to
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Directions

30 min.
1. Step

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Use your hands to mix everything together until well combined.

2. Step

Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.

3. Step

Preheat oven to 190°C.

4. Step

For a firmer texture, you can refrigerate the meatballs for 30 minutes before baking.

5. Step

Bake in the preheated oven.

6. Step

In the meantime, heat the marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.

7. Step

Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.

8. Step

Serve the Italian meatballs with spaghetti or your preferred pasta. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

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