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The Best Baked Meatballs Recipe

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Make the best baked meatballs with this simple recipe featuring juicy, flavorful ingredients. Perfect for pasta, subs, or appetizers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic, parsley, milk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Lightly drizzle olive oil over the meatballs.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and serve with your favorite pasta, sauce, or as an appetizer.

Notes

  • Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized meatballs.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • These meatballs freeze well—store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

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