Easy Pleasing Meatballs

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for "Easy Pleasing Meatballs," a family-friendly dish packed with Italian-inspired flavors. Featuring a perfect blend of ground beef, Parmesan cheese, Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, and aromatic garlic, these tender homemade meatballs are irresistibly juicy and bursting with savory goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re finished with a quick sear for extra flavor and baked to perfection for a healthier touch. Serve them smothered in marinara sauce and sprinkled with fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality meal that’s easy enough for weeknights. Whether paired with pasta, nestled into sandwiches, or enjoyed solo, these meatballs are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy cooks, this recipe offers minimal prep, simple ingredients, and maximum flavor—your new go-to for stress-free, delicious dining!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 piece Large egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Using clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs dense.

Step 4

Scoop out about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into golf ball-sized meatballs. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, sear the meatballs for about 2 minutes on each side until browned. (This step is optional but adds extra flavor.)

Step 6

Transfer the browned meatballs back to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 15-18 minutes, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 7

While the meatballs bake, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat if you plan to serve them with sauce.

Step 8

Once the meatballs are done cooking, remove them from the oven and let them rest for 2 minutes.

Step 9

Serve the meatballs warm, topped with marinara sauce and garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy with pasta, crusty bread, or a side salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1163.8 grams (1163.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1922

Total Fat 131.10g	168%
Saturated Fat 44.90g	225%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 533mg	178%
Sodium 4737mg	206%
Total Carbohydrate 92.90g	34%
Dietary Fiber 10.60g	38%
Total Sugars 37.90g
Protein 107.00g	214%

Vitamin D 68IU	339%
Calcium 597mg	46%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 2965mg	63%

*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: 59.6%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 18.8%