Basic Meatballs Recipe

Name: Basic Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. unseasoned bread crumbs; 3/4 c. Romano or Parmesan cheese, finely grated; 1/2 c. whole milk; 1/2 c. low-sodium beef broth; 1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley; 3 eggs, beaten; 2 Tbsp. dried oregano; 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced; 1 Tbsp. kosher salt; 1 Tbsp. ground black pepper; 2 tsp. dried basil; 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes; pinch of nutmeg; 2 lb. ground chuck; 1 c. low-sodium beef broth

Servings: persons

1 c. unseasoned bread crumbs
3/4 c. Romano or Parmesan cheese, finely grated
1/2 c. whole milk
1/2 c. low-sodium beef broth
1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley
3 eggs, beaten
2 Tbsp. dried oregano
1 Tbsp. garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. kosher salt
1 Tbsp. ground black pepper
2 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
pinch of nutmeg
2 lb. ground chuck
1 c. low-sodium beef broth

1
Preheat oven to 450u00b0.
2
Stir together all ingredients (except the ground meat) in a large mixing bowl.
3
Add the ground chuck and mix together thoroughly.
4
Using a portioning scoop or 2 spoons, shape the meat mixture into balls (about 2-inches in diameter or 1 1/2 ounces each).
5
Coat a baking sheet or shallow roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray.
6
Space the meatballs on the pan so they're not touching or crowded together.
7
Cover bottom of pan with beef broth.
8
Bake for 25 minutes or until the meatballs are just cooked through.
9
Reserve pan juices for sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. unseasoned bread crumbs, 3/4 c. Romano or Parmesan cheese, finely grated, 1/2 c. whole milk, 1/2 c. low-sodium beef broth, and more.

Yes, Basic Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basic Meatballs

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