Meatballs
Delicious and tender meatballs made with ground beef or turkey, herbs, and spices, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey Choose lean ground meat for best results.
- 1 large egg Acts as a binder for the meatball mixture.
- 1.5 tsp dried parsley Can substitute with fresh parsley if desired.
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.25 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 0.25 tsp black pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced Freshly diced for better flavor.
- 0.25 cup breadcrumbs Helps keep meatballs moist.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, egg, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, diced onion, and breadcrumbs.
- Mix everything together until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Shape the mixture into roughly 2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Cooking
- Bake the meatballs for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F for beef or 165°F for turkey.
- Remove from the oven and serve with your favorite sauce or sides.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage by placing cooled meatballs in a single layer before transferring to a freezer bag.