Jul 09 2026

Meatballs Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Ground meat prepared with bread crumbs, minced onion, and Italian seasoning.

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Ingredients

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Meatball Mixture

Cooking

Method

Meatball Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Meatball Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, minced onion, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and the beaten egg. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a plate or baking sheet.

Cooking the Meatballs

  1. 3

    Heat the Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  2. 4

    Cook the Meatballs

    Add the meatballs to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.

  3. 5

    Add Marinara Sauce

    Once the meatballs are browned, pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

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