Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the hilariously fun world of Italian meatballs! These aren’t just any meatballs; they’re the kind that will have you questioning why you ever thought frozen ones were a good idea. So grab your apron, put on your jazz hands, and let’s make some meatball magic!
Italian Meatballs
Look at these beauties! Are you drooling yet? You will be once you catch a whiff of them baking in the oven!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create these scrumptious spheres of joy:
- 1 pound ground beef (because let’s face it, we’re going big or going home)
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs (for that all-important meatball structure)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (the secret to making it fancy)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (because we need to sprinkle a little green in our life)
- 1 egg (the bind, the glue, the meatball soulmate)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (because who doesn’t want to fight off vampires, right?)
- 1 teaspoon salt (not too much, we don’t want a salt lick)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (a little sprinkle for a little kick)
- 2 cups marinara sauce (let’s fall in love with sauce)
Instructions
Ready, set, meatball! Let’s whip these up:
- First, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). We want things nice and toasty!
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Get in there and mix until everything is beautifully melded – just like your plans with friends on a Friday night!
- Shape the mixture into meatballs. Aim for about an inch in diameter – not too big, or you’ll need a forklift to handle them!
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them roll like they own the place!
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat up that marinara sauce in a saucepan. Once the meatballs are done, toss them in the sauce like it’s a dance party!
- Serve those delicious meatballs over spaghetti, in a sub, or straight up on a plate. Whatever floats your meatball boat!
And there you have it! A playful and tasty meal that will leave you and your guests giggling and fully satisfied. Dig in!
