These succulent parmesan meatballs are a delight for your taste buds. Infused with a blend of flavorful spices and aromatics, these meatballs are simple to prepare and can be baked to perfection in a single step. They are perfect to toss into your pasta or as appetizers for your next cozy gathering....
Tear the Italian bread into small pieces, put them in a large bowl, and mix with milk. Let the bread soak for 5 minutes or until it becomes mushy.
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Into the bowl of mushy bread, add lean ground beef, ground pork, grated parmesan cheese, beaten egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, sea salt, and black pepper.
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Mix everything well until evenly combined, but avoid overmixing to prevent the meatballs from becoming tough.
FORMING THE MEATBALLS
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Using an ice cream scoop or a tablespoon, measure and roll the meat mixture into 1 and a half inch diameter balls. Arrange them neatly with enough space on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
COOKING THE MEATBALLS
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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Once heated, bake the meat for 20 minutes or until the meatballs look brown and have an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit. If desired, switch to broil for the last 2-3 minutes to get a more browned look.
SERVING THE MEATBALLS
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Serve the succulent parmesan meatballs while warm. You can enjoy them as they are, or toss them into your favorite pasta or sub for a full meal.