Easy Baked Meatballs
Embark, on an adventure with our recipe for Easy Baked Meatballs, where simplicity meets pure indulgence. These mouthwatering orbs are crafted with a blend of ground beef and pork creating a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. The magic lies in the preparation—sauteed onions and garlic work their wonders while a breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture ensures each meatball is bursting with savory goodness. Baked to a hue and topped with melted mozzarella these meatballs go beyond the ordinary allowing you to savor the true essence of Italian comfort in every tender bite. Whether enjoyed as a side or showcased as the star of your meal our Easy Baked Meatballs promise to take you on a journey, to culinary bliss—an experience that's effortlessly created and impossible to resist.
24 Servings
Ingredients
Meatballs:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 c onion finely diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/3 c Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 c Parmesan cheese grated from a block
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/3 c milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
Sauce + Cheese:
- 32 ounces marinara sauce
- 2 c shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh Parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- To start heat a skillet and sauté diced onions, in oil until they turn golden. Then add minced garlic. Cook it briefly. Set the mixture aside to cool.
- Next prepare the panade by combining breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese dried oregano, kosher salt and pepper. In a bowl whisk an egg. Mix it with milk. Combine the dry mixtures together then incorporate the onions and garlic to create a smooth paste (panade).
- In a bowl combine ground beef and pork. Add the mixture. Gently mix everything until just combined. Shape the mixture into meatballs that are 1 ½ inches in size.
- Now it's time to assemble the dish. Take a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Pour three-quarters of the marinara sauce into it. Place the meatballs in the dish. Spoon the remaining sauce over them.
- Cover the dish with foil. Bake it for 30 minutes.
- After that remove the foil cover from the dish. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes. If desired you can broil for 1 to 2 minutes to achieve a finish on top.
- To complete your Easy Baked Meatballs experience garnish, with parsley while making sure to dab off any grease before serving these delightful cheesy treats!
Notes
Looking to add a touch to our delicious Easy Baked Meatballs? Scour the world of breadcrumbs constructed from gluten-free grains, like rice or corn. Make sure to find a trusted brand of Italian breadcrumbs for that authentic taste. Also, check that the marinara sauce you use is gluten-free. The other ingredients, such, as ground beef, pork and seasonings are naturally gluten-free.