Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas Eve Meatballs. Juicy and tender, they are infused with rich flavors and served in a savory marinara sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, then add crushed tomatoes with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and let them soak for five minutes before serving.
Notes
- These meatballs are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family nights.
- They are easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
- Feel free to adjust seasonings to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg