Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup lukewarm water
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
- extra parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, salt, egg, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs. Gradually add lukewarm water, mixing gently with your hands until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop about one tablespoon of the meat mixture and roll it into a ball using your palms. Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process until all the mixture is used.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare your marinara sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding minced fresh herbs to the meat mixture.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes based on your heat preference.
Serve with extra Parmesan cheese on top for an additional touch of deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Entrees
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg