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parmesan meatballs

Parmesan Meatballs: Culinary Secrets for Perfect Bites


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Parmesan meatballs are savory, tender meatballs infused with rich parmesan cheese, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. In a small bowl, mix milk and pour over the meatballs.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
  7. Serve with marinara sauce or as desired.

Notes

  • For variations, try adding different herbs or spices to enhance flavor.
  • Serve with spaghetti for a classic pairing.
  • For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: parmesan meatballs, Italian meatballs, savory meatballs, baked meatballs