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Basic Meatball

Savory Basic Meatball Recipe for Family Night Joy

Delicious and versatile Basic Meatballs, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Meat (beef, turkey, pork or blend)
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Eggs
  • 3/4 cup Milk adjust for consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meatball 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 spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, and eggs. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Add the milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
  4. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about the size of golf balls, and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
  6. Serve immediately or let cool completely before freezing for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider substituting half the breadcrumbs with grated or shredded veggies like zucchini or carrots. Ensure uniform size for even cooking.

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