Easy Homemade Meatballs

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This recipe for homemade meatballs is the one my mother made growing up. I now make them for my family, and my picky husband loves them. Serve with your choice of pasta.

Submitted by Donelle
Updated on June 19, 2024
meatballs in marinara sauce in white bowl on red and white cloth
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 pound ground beef

  • 1 egg

  • ½ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 4 teaspoons garlic powder, or to taste

  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning, or to taste

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • 1 (28 ounce) jar marinara sauce

Directions

  1. Combine beef and egg in a large bowl. Add bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix together, but do not overmix, as it will get tough.

  2. Shape into 1- to 2-inch balls.

  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in the hot skillet until browned and no longer pink in the centers, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

  4. Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a pot over medium-low heat. Add cooked meatballs to sauce and let simmer for added flavor, about 15 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

526 Calories
25g Fat
45g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 526
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 8g 42%
Cholesterol 126mg 42%
Sodium 1180mg 51%
Total Carbohydrate 45g 16%
Dietary Fiber 7g 26%
Total Sugars 20g
Protein 30g 59%
Vitamin C 7mg 7%
Calcium 176mg 14%
Iron 6mg 31%
Potassium 1001mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.