Baked Meatballs
These Baked Meatballs are a delicious blend of Italian sausage, ground beef, breadcrumbs, onions, garlic, and herbs, baked to perfection and served in a flavorful marinara sauce. They're perfect for a comforting family dinner or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 onion, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
For Marinara Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the Italian sausage, ground beef, Panko breadcrumbs, minced onion, minced garlic, milk, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, eggs, kosher salt, and black pepper. Gently mix the ingredients together with your hands until just combined. Use a small cookie scoop for consistent portioning and roll the mixture into slightly over 1-inch meatballs. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet as you roll them. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in the chopped fresh basil.
- Once the meatballs are baked, add them to the marinara sauce in the skillet and gently stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve the baked meatballs with marinara sauce hot, and enjoy!
Notes
These baked meatballs are perfect for serving over spaghetti, in subs, or as appetizers for parties. Feel free to adjust the seasonings and spices according to your taste preferences.