Description
Indulge in these Easy Italian Meatballs, bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients, these juicy meatballs are an excellent addition to pasta dishes, sub sandwiches, or enjoyed on their own as appetizers. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is family-friendly and freezer-friendly, ensuring you always have a delicious meal at hand. With each bite, you’ll experience the savory blend of fresh herbs and spices that make these meatballs a timeless comfort food favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion (finely minced)
- 1 large egg
- 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground beef, minced onion, egg, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until cooked through and browned.
- For the sauce, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until soft. Add tomato paste, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and seasonings. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add baked meatballs to the sauce and let simmer together for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg