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Classic Ground Beef Meatballs


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

These classic ground beef meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for serving with pasta, in sandwiches, or as a tasty appetizer. Made with simple ingredients and baked to perfection, they are a family favorite.


Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup whole milk
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil


Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, whole milk, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
Mix all the ingredients gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the meatballs tender.
Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned all over.
Transfer the browned meatballs back to the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes