Description
Savor this easy-to-make Meatball Parmesan—a delightful blend of juicy meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and gooey cheese that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined to avoid tough meatballs.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- Once baked, transfer meatballs to an oven-safe dish and generously pour marinara sauce over them.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Broil on high for about 2 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball parmesan serving (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef. - Enhance flavor by adding fresh herbs like basil or oregano to the meat mixture or marinara sauce. - If you enjoy spice, consider mixing in red pepper flakes.