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Italian Beef Meatballs

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Italian Beef Meatballs

These Italian Beef Meatballs are tender, flavorful, and perfect for a variety of dishes such as spaghetti, subs, or simply served with your favorite sauce. Made with a blend of beef, herbs, and cheese, these meatballs are sure to become a family favorite. The recipe is straightforward and requires minimal equipment, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend feast.

Appliances and Special Utensils

Large mixing bowl
Baking sheet
Oven
Large skillet
Tongs or a slotted spoon
Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil (for frying, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, but do not overmix.

  3. Form Meatballs: Using your hands or a small ice cream scoop, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.

  4. Bake Meatballs: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach at least 160°F (71°C).

  5. (Optional) Pan-Fry for Extra Browning: If you prefer a crispier exterior, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the baked meatballs and fry them for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to transfer the meatballs to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

  6. Serve: Serve the Italian Beef Meatballs with your favorite pasta, in a sub roll, or as an appetizer with marinara sauce. Enjoy these delicious, homemade Italian Beef Meatballs.