Hearty Sausage Meatballs
Packed with bold Italian flavors, these Hearty Sausage Meatballs are a savory delight that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of fresh parsley, these moist and tender meatballs are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection. The addition of garlic and spices provides a rich aroma, while a drizzle of olive oil guarantees a crisp exterior. Ready in under an hour, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with pasta, serves as a delicious meatball sub filling, or shines as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering, these Italian-inspired sausage meatballs are sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Remove the casing from the Italian sausage and place the meat into a large mixing bowl.
Add breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, milk, beaten egg, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the sausage.
Using your hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
Shape the mixture into 1 1/2 to 2-inch meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
Remove the sausage meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta and sauce, in a meatball sub, or as an appetizer with dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 1503 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 443 mg | 9% | |
*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.
