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A bowl filled with perfectly browned Homemade Meatballs (Oven-Baked), garnished lightly with green herbs.

Homemade Meatballs (Oven-Baked)

Create delicious, tender meatballs baked in your oven. This recipe offers a healthier alternative to fried meatballs, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Simmering in sauce (optional) 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Nonstick baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Romano cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in the water and beaten eggs.
  3. Add the ground beef to the bowl and mix until everything is well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into balls and place them on a nonstick baking sheet.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and evenly browned.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

If you plan to serve your meatballs in sauce, add them to the simmering sauce during the last 20 minutes of cooking time.

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