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Pan of baked meatballs in pasta sauce. A wooden spoon sits off to the side.

Easy Baked Meatballs

A pan of baked meatballs takes about 30 minutes to make from start to finish. To make a batch, prepare the meatball mixture. Scoop into balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake and enjoy.

Course Main Course
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 34 meatballs
Calories 40 kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dried breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 pound ground beef (90% lean suggested)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 small onion, finely diced or grated
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Allow to sit for five minutes. Add remaining ingredients. Mix together until thoroughly combined with your hands or a wooden spoon.

    Roll into 1 ½-inch meatballs, about 2 tablespoons each. Place onto prepared baking sheet.

    Raw meatballs on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake until the meatballs are firm and 165°F, about 15 minutes. Serve warm. Store cooled meatballs in the refrigerator for up to three days.

    Pan of baked meatballs in pasta sauce. A wooden spoon sits off to the side.