Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef (80/20): 2 pounds
- Ground pork: 1 pound
- Breadcrumbs: 2 cups
- Milk: 1 cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup
- Chopped onion: 1/2 cup
- Chopped green bell pepper: 1/4 cup
- Chopped garlic: 2 cloves
- Italian seasoning: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-40 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well until evenly combined.
- Roll the mixture into 24-30 meatballs (about 1-inch in diameter).
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked through.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (2 meatballs):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and juicy meatballs
- Savory and flavorful
- Perfect for appetizers or main course
- Easily customizable with different dipping sauces
User Comments:
- "These are the best meatballs I've ever had! They were so tender and flavorful." - Anonymous
- "I love that they're made with both beef and pork. It gives them a really rich taste." - Jessica
- "I served these with a marinara sauce and they were a hit with my guests." - Michael
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the meatballs are cooked through before serving to avoid any foodborne illness.
- You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for the beef and pork if desired.
- To make the meatballs ahead of time, brown them in a skillet until cooked through and then finish baking them in the oven when ready to serve.
