Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs
Savor the bold, comforting flavors of classic Italian cuisine with these **Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs**—a perfect blend of ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. These meatballs are irresistibly tender thanks to a breadcrumb-and-milk mixture, while minced garlic and onion infuse every bite with rich, savory depth. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, they're a healthier alternative to frying without sacrificing flavor. Whether paired with a hearty marinara sauce over pasta or served as a standout appetizer, these easy-to-make homemade meatballs are guaranteed to impress. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this is the ultimate go-to recipe for lovers of authentic Italian cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 250 grams Ground pork
- 100 grams Breadcrumbs
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 60 ml Milk
- 1 Egg
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Allow the breadcrumbs to soak up the milk while you prepare the other ingredients.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined, but avoid over-mixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs. You should have around 20-24 meatballs.
Place the formed meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced apart.
Lightly brush or drizzle the meatballs with olive oil to help them brown in the oven.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once baked, remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs with your choice of pasta, marinara sauce, or alongside a salad for a delicious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.6 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.2 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 822 mg | 274% | |
| Sodium | 5436 mg | 236% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 192.4 g | 385% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 918 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1247 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.
