These easy oven-baked Italian meatballs are incredibly tender and juicy with irresistible flavors that will have you craving for more. Made with ground beef, onion, garlic, parmesan cheese, and parsley, these meatballs are seasoned to perfection and ready to be served in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 320kcal
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs (I used keto friendly bread crumbs)
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2/3 cup milk or beef broth (I used beef broth)
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1 lb ground beef or your choice of meat
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1/4 medium onion finely diced or grated
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2 cloves garlic minced
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1 large egg beaten
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1 tsp salt or to taste
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/4 cup parmesan cheese preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat.
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In a large mixing bowl, add Italian bread crumbs and milk. Combine well and set aside while preparing the other ingredients, for at least 5 minutes.
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Add ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, parmesan cheese, and parsley into the soaked bread crumb mixture, and mix with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Portion onto the prepared baking sheet (using a cookie or ice cream scoop will make it easier). Wet your hands with water, and roll meatballs into 2″ diameter balls.
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Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the meatballs have reached an internal temperature of 165˚F (74°C). Remove from oven and drain off any excess fat. Add to crock pot with marinara/spaghetti sauce and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. Serve with your favorite noodles and enjoy!
