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melt in your mouth italian meatballs

Melt in Your Mouth Italian Meatballs: 7 Reasons to Love Them


  • Author: Juanita A. Smith
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These melt in your mouth Italian meatballs are tender, flavorful, and easy to make.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.
  3. Mix until just combined.
  4. Form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  5. Place on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs for better flavor.
  • Serve with marinara sauce and spaghetti.
  • Freeze leftovers for later use.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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