Are you craving a delicious and authentic Italian meatball recipe that is both juicy and tender? Look no further! In this blog post, I will share with you a mouthwatering baked Italian meatballs recipe that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, egg, and milk. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Portion out the meat mixture and roll it into balls. Place the meatballs into a greased mini muffin pan, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
Tip: Does your little one want to help? Let them use a cookie scoop to scoop them into the mini muffin pan, or silicone liners. This also helps ensure that they are all the same size and cook evenly. This will result in perfectly cooked and tender meatballs.
Mix it up:
If you want to take your meatballs to the next level, try this delicious variation. Take a mozzerella cheese stick and cut them up into small pieces (8-10 pieces per stick) and place them in the center of each meatball before rolling them. This will create a delightful surprise of melted cheese when you bite into the meatball.
Simply follow the same instructions for making the meatballs, but before rolling them, insert a cube of mozzarella cheese into the center of each portion of the meat mixture. Then, roll the meatballs as usual and bake them in the oven according to the original instructions.
The melted mozzarella cheese adds an extra burst of flavor and gooey texture that will make your meatballs even more irresistible.
Now that you have the recipe for these juicy and tender baked Italian meatballs, it’s time to gather your ingredients and get cooking. Whether you choose to stick with the classic recipe or try the mozzarella cheese-filled variation, these meatballs are sure to be a hit at your next meal.
Enjoy!