Easy Pleasin Meatballs

Juicy, flavorful, and ready in just 35 minutes, these Easy Pleasin' Meatballs are the perfect crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning, and enriched with Parmesan cheese for a savory depth, these meatballs are tender and delicious. Baked to golden perfection and optionally simmered in marinara sauce, they pair beautifully with spaghetti, crusty bread, or even zoodles for a low-carb twist. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this easy meatball recipe delivers big on taste without the hassle, making it an ideal go-to for busy home cooks.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 unit Large egg
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, and milk. Mix until just combined.

Step 3

Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Mix again gently to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 4

Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.

Step 5

Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs for extra flavor and moisture.

Step 6

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned on the outside.

Step 7

If serving with marinara sauce, heat the sauce in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs to the sauce, stirring gently to coat, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1349.4 grams (1349.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2593

Total Fat 177.40g	227%
Saturated Fat 61.60g	308%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 734mg	245%
Sodium 5900mg	257%
Total Carbohydrate 94.10g	34%
Dietary Fiber 10.80g	39%
Total Sugars 36.10g
Protein 165.90g	332%

Vitamin D 54IU	270%
Calcium 600mg	46%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 2783mg	59%

*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: 60.6%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 14.3%