Meatball Appetizers
Tender, flavorful, and utterly irresistible, these Meatball Appetizers are a guaranteed hit for your next gathering! Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic, these bite-sized delights are perfectly seared for a golden crust before being baked to juicy perfection. Served smothered in a rich marinara sauce, they offer a classic Italian-inspired taste that's perfect for parties, potlucks, or any casual get-together. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy appetizer recipe is ideal for feeding a crowd while delivering big flavor. Pair with toothpicks for effortless serving, and don’t forget an extra sprinkle of Parmesan or parsley for an elegant finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all the meat mixture is used (you should have about 24 meatballs).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs in batches for 1–2 minutes per side until browned all over. Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.
Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to a serving dish and pour the warmed marinara sauce over the top. Garnish with extra chopped parsley or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve warm with toothpicks as a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.0 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.3 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 741 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 4686 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 160.6 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*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.
