Description
Juicy, flavorful, and oven-baked to golden perfection. These Italian meatballs are easy to prep, freezer-friendly, and perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey or sausage)
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup milk
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¾ tsp dried oregano
- ¾ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- Dash of hot pepper sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line or grease a baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix all ingredients until just combined—don’t overwork.
- Shape into 12 equal meatballs. Space evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
- Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with turkey for a leaner option.
- Freeze raw or cooked meatballs for later use.
- Serve with pasta, salad, or in hoagie rolls with sauce and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
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