June 1, 2017
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You will love this Classic Italian–American style meatballs and pasta dinner! It’s super easy to make at home and takes almost no time to prepare. They are juicy, soft and full of flavor!Bon appétit!
A while back we went to this fancy-schmancy Italian joint at Epcot, Tutto Italia Ristorante!
Beautiful restaurant, but like everything at Epcot – pricey place!
The dinner was good, not anything extraordinary, but tasty.
My Hubby ordered this classic Italian Meatballs pasta dish and the size of the meatballs killed me.
For $$ you get 6 quarter size balls. No Way! Not for a grown human being, and a Man in this case.
So I’ve decided to make these at home and make them ADULT size!
HOW TO MAKE ITALIAN MEATBALLS
In a large bowl mix the ingredients for the meatballs: eggs, Italian style breadcrumbs, milk, parmesan cheese, olive oil, and spices. Mix and then add ground beef.
Note: if you like Fluffier meatballs just add more Italian style breadcrumbs, milk and parmesan cheese.
I prefer to bake meatballs, it saves on time and they keep the round shape better.
Bake in the preheated at 400F oven for 20 to 25 minutes, depending on the size of your meatballs.
Transfer to a baking dish. I prefer to use ceramic baking dishes since they bake beautifully and so easy to keep with foil on top and clean afterward.
Add your favorite sauce and as much or as less as you like. Add shredded cheese and parsley on top.
Bake at 350F for 10 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Serve and Enjoy!
If you made this recipe, please leave a comment and a star rating below!
Baked Italian Meatballs
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Baked Italian Meatballs! You will love this Classic Italian-American style dinner! super easy to make at home and takes almost no time to prepare.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground chuck or a mix of pork and beef
- 1/2 cup Italian style bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh or dry parsley
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh or dry basil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp Olive oil
- salt/pepper to taste
- (24 - 25 ounces) Favorite Pasta Sauce
- 1 Cup Mozzarella cheese
- parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix the ingredients for the meatballs.
- Cover a baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Using wet hands, form meat mixture into balls. Arrange onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated at 400F oven for 20 to 25 minutes, depending on size of your meatballs.
- Transfer to a baking dish.
- Add your favorite Pasta sauce and as much or as less as you like. Add shredded cheese and parsley on top.
- Bake at 350F for 10 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
- Bon appétit!
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June 21, 2020
20 Responses to Baked Italian Meatballs
Name * April 21, 2023 at 3:19 pm Reply
Best meatballs I’ve ever made, I’m making them again for the second time,big big FAVORITE. FREDDY
Crafty Cooking by Anna April 25, 2023 at 7:36 pm Reply
I’m so happy to read your wonderful comment, Freddy! Thank you, and enjoy!
Nancy February 5, 2023 at 12:38 am Reply
Just pulled mine from the oven, I used my #2 Cookie scoop for uniformity, medium, not a large meatball. Made 40. Baked in 20 mins, beautiful golden brown. I sampled one, very flavorful, held together well. Easy clean up. I stopped at that stage as I am going to freeze them. Freeze first on cookie sheet, then I put four to a bag for husband and I. Thank you for such a easy and tasty meatball.
Crafty Cooking by Anna February 20, 2023 at 5:30 am Reply
So happy to read your very detailed feedback! Thank you for taking the time. Enjoy, Nancy! 🙂
Amy September 16, 2022 at 8:53 pm Reply
I’ve tried so many meatball recipes…this one hands down, is the best one ever!! Thank you for sharing!!!
Crafty Cooking by Anna September 17, 2022 at 1:21 am Reply
Oh, WOW, thank you so much, Amy! You have made my day! So happy that you liked this recipe!
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Diane January 17, 2022 at 8:03 pm Reply
This recipe sounds delicious and looking forward to making it. If I make them ahead of time how would you reheat them?
Crafty Cooking by Anna January 17, 2022 at 9:48 pm Reply
Thank you, Diane! Meatballs are super easy to reheat in the microwave or oven or skillet, it’s up to you! The Meatballs taste even better the next day since they absorb the tomato sauce. Enjoy!
Pped39 November 13, 2021 at 9:10 pm Reply
Comment *I’m making this for dinner tonight and I’m
Curious about the olive oil???
I’ve never seen it in a meatball recipeCrafty Cooking by Anna November 16, 2021 at 4:45 am Reply
Enjoy your dinner! Olive oil just adds extra flavor and moisture!
Cathie July 15, 2021 at 9:43 pm Reply
I have been making these meatballs for a while now. It makes more than my husband and I need, so I freeze the extra ones. They are the best meatballs I have ever made.
Crafty Cooking by Anna July 18, 2021 at 5:58 pm Reply
Cathie, I’m so happy that you like these meatballs! That’s a good idea to freeze the extra! Appreciate your feedback!
Kim April 19, 2021 at 4:34 am Reply
Wow! Loved these meatballs. Went so well with pasta sauce I made. I baked them then added to sauce and simmered all afternoon. Oh and added dried onion to the mix beforehand. Yum!
Crafty Cooking by Anna April 19, 2021 at 4:38 am Reply
Thank you for your feedback, Kim!
Galina January 25, 2020 at 9:11 pm Reply
Seriously the best meatballsI have tried! Thank you so much for this recipe! My kids loved . these meatballs in a fresh Italian hero bread! So cheesy and juicy!
Crafty Cooking by Anna January 26, 2020 at 1:15 am Reply
That’s Wonderful, Galina! So glad you loved this recipe and appreciate your feedback!
Nataliya June 9, 2017 at 9:51 pm Reply
Hi ! just share yourItalian meatball recipe with my friend:)
Crafty Cooking by Anna June 11, 2017 at 4:49 am Reply
YAY! Thank you so much Natasha! 🙂
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