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Mouthwatering Homemade Italian Meatballs in Just 30 Minutes

Quick and delicious homemade Italian meatballs bursting with flavor, perfect for family dinners or a weeknight treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatball Mixture
  • 1 cup Italian Bread Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Use almond milk for dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Opt for 80-85% lean for flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced or grated.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 large Egg Beaten; use 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water for vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper White pepper can be used for a milder taste.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be substituted for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped; dried parsley can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • large bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the Italian bread crumbs with milk and let it soak for 5 minutes.
  3. Once the breadcrumbs are soaked, add the ground beef, finely diced onion, minced garlic, beaten egg, salt, black pepper, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Form the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  6. Drain any excess fat from the pan and serve with your favorite sauce, over pasta, or in a sandwich.

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness. Chill before baking for better shape retention.