Description
Succulent meatballs baked to perfection in marinara sauce, featuring rich cheeses and Italian herbs for a heartwarming meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, placing them in a baking dish with space in between.
- Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are covered.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through with an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For make-ahead, refrigerate or freeze shaped meatballs before baking. Use an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes for a quicker option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg