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Italian Garlic Parmesan Meatballs

1000 Kcal | 69g Protein | 77g Carbohydrates | 45g Fat
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Carb Noodles
Protein Beef
Servings 4
Calorie 800< Calories

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:

  • 2 lbs ground beef 93% lean
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cluster garlic minced
  • 1/2 medium onion diced
  • 1/2 tbsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Sauce:

  • 24 oz marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cluster garlic minced
  • 1/2 tbsp dried basil optional

For Serving:

  • 8 oz spaghetti or pasta of choice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for pasta
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic, grated onion, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined—do not overmix.
    2 lbs ground beef, 1 cup breadcrumbs, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cluster garlic, 1/2 medium onion, 1/2 tbsp dried Italian seasoning, 1/2 tbsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Shape into 1.5-inch meatballs (approximately 32 meatballs) and place them on the baking sheets.
  • Bake meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly browned.
  • While the meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
    2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cluster garlic
  • Stir in marinara sauce and dried basil (if using). Simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes.
    24 oz marinara sauce, 1/2 tbsp dried basil
  • While the sauce simmers, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
    8 oz spaghetti or pasta of choice, 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Once the meatballs are baked, transfer them to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Toss gently to coat the meatballs in the sauce.
  • Divide the pasta into meal prep containers or plates. Top with the sauced meatballs and garnish with parsley if desired.
    1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Nutrition

Calories: 1000kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 69gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 251mgSodium: 2211mgPotassium: 1565mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1402IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 377mgIron: 10mg
Keywords Easy Italian meatballs recipe with macros, Garlic Parmesan meatballs for dinner, High-protein meal prep meatballs
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