Pokey Balls and Potatoes

Elevate your weeknight dinners with "Pokey Balls and Potatoes," a comforting yet flavor-packed meal that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfectly seasoned meatballs, made from a blend of ground beef or pork, Parmesan cheese, and smoky paprika, are baked to golden perfection alongside crispy, herb-infused potato chunks. This one-pan wonder combines the savory richness of tender meatballs with the irresistible crunch of oven-roasted potatoes, all garnished with a burst of fresh parsley for a delightful finish. Ready in under an hour with minimal cleanup, this family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings. Enjoy a hearty, wholesome dish that's as visually appealing as it is delicious! Keywords: meatballs recipe, roasted potatoes, easy dinner idea, baked meatballs, savory comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef or pork
• 60 g Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
• 700 g Potatoes
• 4 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Dried rosemary
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 2 tbsp Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or pork, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 3

Using your hands, shape the meat mixture into small balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and set aside.

Step 4

Wash the potatoes well and cut them into bite-sized chunks, leaving the skin on for extra crispiness.

Step 5

Place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl and toss them with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 6

Spread the seasoned potatoes out on a second parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 7

Place both trays (meatballs and potatoes) into the preheated oven. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through, and bake the potatoes for 30-35 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping them halfway through.

Step 8

Remove the trays from the oven. Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Transfer the Pokey Balls and potatoes to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful Pokey Balls and crispy potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1445.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2961.4

Total Fat 183.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3g
Cholesterol 669.5mg	0%
Sodium 4737.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 138.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 839.5mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 5284.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.9%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 26.7%