Meatball Bake
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Meatball Bake recipe! Juicy homemade meatballs made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fragrant Italian seasoning are browned to perfection and simmered in a rich marinara sauce. Topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese and baked until bubbly, this dish is pure comfort in every bite. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this one-pan wonder comes together effortlessly in just over an hour and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side of pasta. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this hearty, flavor-packed bake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Using clean hands, gently mix the ingredients until well combined but avoid over-mixing.
Form the meat mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs (about 16-18 meatballs) and place them on a plate.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the seared meatballs and set them aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer. Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are nestled into the sauce.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the meatballs and sauce.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for garnish.
Serve the meatball bake hot, with crusty bread, pasta, or a fresh salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
813 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 1422 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 537 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 478 mg | 10% | |
*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.
