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Baked Weekend Meatballs Recipe

These incredible baked meatballs are bursting with flavor and require minimal prep! A delicious fusion of two classic recipes (#173026 and #84957), these meatballs are incredibly juicy and tender thanks to a unique baking method. Get ready for a flavor explosion that'll impress your family and friends – ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 498.9 kcal
Protein 74g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Weekend Meatballs

  • 1 1/4 lbs ground beef
  • 1 1/4 lbs ground pork
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • Romano Cheese
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Baked Weekend Meatballs

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped onion, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  5. Place the meatballs in a single layer in a baking dish.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite pasta sauce and sides.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

77g

Carbs

1g

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