Description

These baked meatballs are a flavorful and easy option for dinner, combining ground beef, spices, and cheese for a hearty meal. Perfect for quick dinners or comforting family meals!

Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 and 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup lukewarm water
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 and 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
extra parmesan cheese, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, salt, egg, parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs. Gradually add the lukewarm water until the mixture is moist but holds shape.
Using an ice cream scoop or large spoon, form meatballs about 1 tablespoon each and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes until cooked through.
Prepare the marinara sauce while the meatballs are baking.

Notes

For added flavor, let the meatball mixture rest for 10 minutes before shaping.
These meatballs freeze well—store them in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Serve with spaghetti or inside a sub for a delicious meatball sandwich.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 meatball
Calories: 95
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg