Easy Pleasin Meatballs
Juicy, flavorful, and ready in just 35 minutes, these Easy Pleasin' Meatballs are the perfect crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning, and enriched with Parmesan cheese for a savory depth, these meatballs are tender and delicious. Baked to golden perfection and optionally simmered in marinara sauce, they pair beautifully with spaghetti, crusty bread, or even zoodles for a low-carb twist. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this easy meatball recipe delivers big on taste without the hassle, making it an ideal go-to for busy home cooks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 unit Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, and milk. Mix until just combined.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Mix again gently to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs for extra flavor and moisture.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned on the outside.
If serving with marinara sauce, heat the sauce in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs to the sauce, stirring gently to coat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.4 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.6 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 734 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 5900 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.1 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 165.9 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 2783 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
