Easy Pleasin Meatballs
Juicy, flavorful, and ready in just 35 minutes, these Easy Pleasin' Meatballs are the perfect crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning, and enriched with Parmesan cheese for a savory depth, these meatballs are tender and delicious. Baked to golden perfection and optionally simmered in marinara sauce, they pair beautifully with spaghetti, crusty bread, or even zoodles for a low-carb twist. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this easy meatball recipe delivers big on taste without the hassle, making it an ideal go-to for busy home cooks.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 unit Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, and milk. Mix until just combined.
Step 3
Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Mix again gently to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Step 4
Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
Step 5
Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs for extra flavor and moisture.
Step 6
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned on the outside.
Step 7
If serving with marinara sauce, heat the sauce in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs to the sauce, stirring gently to coat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 8
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1349.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2592.9 |
| Total Fat 177.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 733.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5900.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.1g | |
| Protein 165.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 54.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 600.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2783.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories