Description
This Baked Meatball dish features a delightful blend of ground beef, spices, and cheese, baked to perfection. It’s an ideal choice for a quick dinner that is both comforting and flavorful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup lukewarm water
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
- extra parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, salt, egg, parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs.
- Gradually add the lukewarm water, mixing by hand until just combined while ensuring the mixture retains moisture without becoming tough.
- Scoop about one tablespoon of meat mixture into your palms and roll it into a ball; place on the baking sheet.
- Continue rolling and placing meatballs on the sheet until all the mixture is used.
- Bake in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until fully cooked.
Notes
For a healthier option, consider using lean ground turkey instead of beef.
Adjust the level of salt based on your taste preferences, especially if you’re sensitive to sodium.
Serve alongside whole-grain pasta or a fresh salad for a well-rounded meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg