Beef Meatballs Recipe

Difficulty Level: Easy
Makes: Approximately 30 meatballs
Nutritional Information Per Serving
Serving Size: 1 of 30 servings
Calories: 97
Total Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Dietary Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 0 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 34 mg
Sodium: 98 mg

Prep and Cook Time: 40 minutes total
Hands-On Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

Non-stick cooking spray
2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 cup panko or regular breadcrumbs
1/2 cup whole milk
2 large eggs, beaten lightly
1/2 small yellow onion, finely grated
1 clove fresh garlic, minced finely
1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Baking Pans

Preheat your oven to 450F and get ready to create meatball magic! Line two standard baking sheets with aluminum foil and generously spray with non-stick cooking spray for effortless release.

Step 2: Mix the Meatball Mixture

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper. Use your hands to mix just until blendedovermixing steals the tenderness!

Step 3: Shape the Meatballs

Portion the mixture into 30 equal parts and roll into 1 1/2-inch balls. Arrange them evenly on the prepared sheets, giving each golden orb space to shine in the oven.

Step 4: Bake Until Golden

Bake for 12-15 minutes until beautifully browned outside and juicy inside. Your kitchen will fill with irresistible aromas that promise pure delight!

Photo Credit: Renee Comet