Baked Classic Meatballs
Baked Classic Meatballs
Heat a non-stick skillet to medium, and sauté:
1 Tbsp oil
1/4 cup onions, finely diced
2 tsp garlic, minced
Once cooked, set aside.
To a medium mixing bowl, add:
1/2 lb spicy Italian sausage
1/2 lb ground beef
1/4 cup bread crumbs
Sautéd onions & garlic
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
4 oz cream cheese
1 egg
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
Mix together, working the ingredients together with your hands.
Form meatballs:
Portion meat mixture using a 2 Tbsp scoop
Lightly roll each between hands* to form the meatball
Evenly space in baking dish
Bake at 425F for 20-25 minutes until internal temp is at least 160F (recommended internal temp 175F).
Serve hot, with Marinara Sauce.
Brenda’s tips:
Serving size: 4
Substitute mild ground sausage if desired
*Rub canola or olive oil over hands prior to forming the meatballs to decrease stickiness
Window to B’s kitchen . . .
Mixing all the ingredients together with your hands . . .
Portioning the meatballs . . .
Shaping the meatballs with your hands . . .
