Description
Italian Meatballs Magic is a culinary delight that brings the comforting flavors of Italy straight to your table. These tender, juicy meatballs are crafted from a blend of quality meats, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs, all simmered in a rich marinara sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, serve them over spaghetti for a classic Italian experience or transform them into hearty subs for a casual lunch. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, these meatballs promise to impress with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into equal-sized balls (about two tablespoons each) and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F/74°C).
- While baking, heat crushed tomatoes in a saucepan over medium heat with Italian seasoning; simmer for about five minutes.
- Once baked, add meatballs to the sauce and let simmer for another five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg