Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20)
- 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for cooking and serving)
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, minced garlic, eggs, parsley, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Mix until just combined.
- Form mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch diameter meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Brown meatballs on all sides for 5-7 minutes or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Transfer browned or baked meatballs into marinara sauce. Simmer on low for 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
- Avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender.
- If the mixture is too loose, add more breadcrumbs.
- Consider adding a splash of milk or grated onion for extra moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop and Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Onion-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
