Baked Meatballs

Elevate your dinner game with these flavorful, tender Baked Meatballs, a perfect blend of ground beef and pork enhanced with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and aromatic garlic. Baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, these juicy meatballs are as easy as they are delicious, with a breadcrumb and milk mixture ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture. This no-fry method not only makes cleanup a breeze but also locks in all the savory goodness without extra oil. Ideal for pairing with pasta, a rich marinara sauce, or serving as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these baked meatballs are a versatile, family-friendly recipe that's sure to impress. Whether you're meal-prepping or hosting a dinner party, this recipe is your go-to for mouthwatering results every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil or cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk and become slightly softened.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands or a large spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 4

Using your hands or a scoop, form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (about the size of a ping-pong ball). Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned on the outside. To ensure doneness, check that the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.

Step 6

Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve immediately with your favorite pasta, marinara sauce, or as an appetizer with dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	881.2 grams (881.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2256

Total Fat 151.70g	194%
Saturated Fat 60.50g	303%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 765mg	255%
Sodium 4871mg	212%
Total Carbohydrate 64.50g	23%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 6.00g
Protein 169.10g	338%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 655mg	50%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 1342mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.4%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 11.2%