Savory Beef Meatballs
Indulge in these savory beef meatballs that are tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Infused with aromatic herbs and spices, each bite is a delightful experience. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a flavorful feast that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.
- In another pot, sauté diced onions until translucent. Add crushed tomatoes along with oregano and basil; let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Gently add browned meatballs into the sauce and cook together covered for an additional 20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (112g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg