Baked Italian Meatballs (40-45 Minutes)

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These baked Italian meatballs are moist and flavorful, and go well with a variety of side dishes. This recipe calls for a mixture of ground beef and pork, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and a variety of herbs and spices. Once the meat mixture is combined, the meatballs are formed and baked in the oven until golden brown. The result is a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 jar of your favorite marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together. Add the egg mixture to the meat mixture and stir until combined.
  4. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 2 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through.
  6. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce and pasta or as a sandwich filling.

Notes

I usually throw these over pasta but recently my kids have been asking for meatball sandwiches instead. I’ll cut each meatball in half and layer them between buns then add a spoonful of sauce for good measure. These meatballs also freeze really well if you make extra. Enjoy!

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