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A serving of delicious meatballs in a rich tomato sauce

Quick way to grow 5 Perfect Meatballs

This recipe provides a quick and easy method for making 5 perfect meatballs, ideal for a small meal or appetizer. They are flavorful and can be paired with your favorite sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5 meatballs
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 0.5 lb ground beef
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined, being careful not to overmix.
  2. Divide the mixture into 5 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth, compact ball.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Carefully place the meatballs into the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, turning occasionally, until all sides are browned.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Serving
  1. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and serve immediately with your favorite sauce or as desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add finely chopped fresh parsley or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture. Meatballs can be served with pasta, in a sub, or as an appetizer with a dipping sauce.