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Basic Meatball

Savor the Flavor with Easy Basic Meatball Mastery

Enjoy timeless flavors with these Easy Basic Meatballs, perfect for any occasion and freezer-friendly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatball Mixture
  • 2 pounds ground beef, turkey, or pork Choose your preferred ground meat.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Store-bought or homemade.
  • 2 large eggs For binding the mixture.
  • ¾ - 1 cup milk Adjust for moisture.
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Adds umami flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 ½ tablespoons dried Italian seasoning A blend of Italian herbs.
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated For flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt To enhance flavors.
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Ice Cream Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Basic Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, and eggs. Add milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 12-15 minutes, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve immediately with sauce and pasta or let them cool before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These meatballs can be frozen and stored for later use, making them a convenient meal prep option.

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