Best 5 Marys Baked Italian Meatballs Recipes

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# **Mary's Italian Baked Meatballs: A Flavorful Delight**

Indulge in the tantalizing aroma and delectable taste of Mary's Italian Baked Meatballs. These tender, juicy, and flavorful meatballs are a true culinary masterpiece, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Crafted with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, these meatballs are packed with rich umami flavors, perfectly complemented by a savory blend of herbs, spices, and Parmesan cheese. Baked to perfection in a luscious homemade tomato sauce, these meatballs become infused with a delightful tangy sweetness, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Serve these meatballs as an appetizer, main course, or even as a delightful addition to your favorite pasta dish. Accompanied by step-by-step instructions and essential cooking tips, this recipe guarantees success in your culinary endeavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your cooking journey, Mary's Italian Baked Meatballs will surely impress your family and friends with its irresistible charm.

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OVEN BAKED ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Soft, juicy, extra tasty Oven Baked Italian Meatballs AND tomato sauce, made entirely in the oven! By baking the meatballs on a rack placed on top of the baking dish with the sauce in it, the meatball juices drips into the sauce (extra flavour!), the underside of the meatballs are partially "steamed" which makes them juicier, they aren't sitting in a pool of oil and the meatballs stay nice and round! See recipe notes for using the recipe SCALER (hover over servings). Recipe video below!

Provided by Nagi

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
24 oz / 800 g crushed tomato (2 x standard cans)
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 tsp red pepper (chili) flakes (optional)
2 tsp dried Italian herb mix (parsley, basil, thyme, oregano)
1 tsp salt + black pepper
1 lightly packed cup of sliced white sandwich bread, torn into small pieces, crusts removed (Note 1)
½ onion, grated - including juices (yellow, brown or white)
14 oz / 400 g ground beef (beef mince)
3 oz / 100g ground pork (mince) or substitute with ground beef (beef mince) (Note 2)
1 egg
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (Note 3)
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup Parmigiano-Reggiano (or parmesan), freshly grated
¾ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Olive oil spray (or other oil spray)
Fresh parsley, chopped
Parmigiano-Reggiano or parmesan, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180C/350F.
  • Place onion, garlic and olive oil in a (approx) 30 x 25 cm / 12 x 10" pan (Note 4). Mix, spread out, then bake for 8 minutes. (Start the meatballs)
  • Remove from oven, add remaining Sauce ingredients. Mix.
  • Place rack on top of pan.
  • Turn oven up to 200C/390F.
  • Place the bread and onion in a large bowl. Mix to combine so the onion juice soaks the bread, set aside for 3 minutes. Bread should disintegrate into mush - if not, add a splash of milk or water to help it along.
  • Add all the remaining Meatball ingredients except oil spray. Use you hands to mix well.
  • Measure out very generously heaped tablespoons and roll into firm balls. It should make around 20 - don't make them too small, they will cook too quickly.
  • Place meatballs on the rack, ensuring they are positioned over the pan so the juices will drip into the Sauce.
  • Spray generously with oil.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Optional: flick to grill/broil on high for 2 minutes at the end, to get better browning.
  • Transfer meatballs from rack into the Sauce. Stir to coat meatballs in Sauce.
  • Serve with spaghetti or other pasta of choice, garnished with fresh parsley and parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 455 g, Calories 526 kcal

ITALIAN BAKED MEATBALLS



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This recipe makes the most tender and tasty meatballs. I also freeze these meatballs and take out how many servings I need for each meal. If cooking in sauce, add baked meatballs 20 minutes before serving time.

Provided by Dawn Fronius

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup grated Romano cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ cup water
2 eggs
1 ½ pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix bread crumbs, Romano cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder together. Combine with water and eggs. Add ground beef and mix well. Roll mixture into balls and place on a nonstick baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 135.2 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 611.7 mg, Sugar 1 g

OVEN BAKED MEATBALLS (OLD SCHOOL ITALIAN MEATBALL RECIPE)



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This classic oven baked Italian meatball recipe features ground beef, pork, and veal to make the most delicious meatballs that are perfect for simmering in a rustic tomato sauce.

Provided by Sommer Collier

Categories     dinner     Main     Main Course

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground beef chuck
1 pound ground veal
1 pound ground Italian sausage
1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
½ cup whole milk (or 2%)
6-7 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 large eggs
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Salt and pepper
112 ounces tomato sauce (4 large cans)
¾ cup butter
2 large red onions (cut into wedges)

Steps:

  • Set a large 7-8 quart saucepot over medium heat. Add the butter to the pot. Once melted, add the onion wedges. Sauté the onion wedges for 5-8 minutes, to caramelize, soften, and release their juices.
  • Add the tomato sauce. Partially cover the pot and simmer on medium-low for 45-60 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, set out a large mixing bowl. Combine the breadcrumbs and milk in the bowl. Then add in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, eggs, grated parmesan, parsley, 2 ½ teaspoons salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Mix well.
  • Add in the ground beef, veal, and Italian sausage. Gently break the ground meat into small chunks with your fingers. Then toss it with the milk and herb mixture to coat the meat chunks. This pre-mixing process helps to get the ingredients evenly distributed, without overmixing.
  • Now mix the meatball mixture with your hands until evenly combined, but not a moment longer. (Overmixing meatballs makes them tough! You want the mixture to be even, but not packed down.)
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Set out a large rimmed baking sheet and line it with parchment paper.
  • Use a 2 ½ - 3 tablespoon scoop to portion out the meatballs. Roll them well, but do not press and pack them tightly. If needed, use your fingers to pinch any cracks together. Set them on the baking sheet. (At this point, you could cover and chill the meatballs for up to 2 days. Or you could freeze them.)
  • Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes to set. (The meatballs will finish cooking in the tomato sauce. If you plan to use the meatballs in a different way, bake them for 25 minutes to fully cook.)
  • Now use tongs to pull the chunks of onion out of the tomato sauce. Discard the onions. Then use tongs to move the meatballs into the tomato sauce. Pour the pan juices into the sauce and gently stir. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 meatball in sauce, Calories 141 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 532 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g

BAKED ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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These are really tasty and I love that they are baked in the oven rather than pan-fried. I found this recipe in Cooking light originally and have made them several times with great success. They freeze well after cooking - I just thaw them and add them to simmering sauce for a great spaghetti dinner on busy nights.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 30 meatballs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped (a must - dried will not do in this)
1/4 cup unseasoned tomato sauce
1 teaspoon mustard powder
3/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon low sodium salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced,more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Spray a broiler pan with broiling rack well with nonstick spray (I line the bottom part with foil and then spray).
  • Combine all ingredients well.
  • Form into 30 meatballs using a 1 1/2" diameter scoop (or use your hands).
  • Set on sprayed broiler rack in prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.
  • Add these meatballs to your favorite sauce and serve over pasta or in a hoagie roll with sauce& cheese to make a great sandwich.

GREAT-GRANDMA'S ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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My great-grandmother started this easy meatball recipe with our family. We use ground beef and turkey for these meatballs, and the flavor's so good, you won't miss the extra calories. -Audrey Colantino, Winchester, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and parsley flakes
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
Optional: Hot cooked pasta and pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, seasonings and onion mixture. Add turkey and beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., Place meatballs on a rack coated with cooking spray in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until lightly browned and cooked through, 18-22 minutes. If desired, serve with pasta and pasta sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef for the best flavor.
  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture, as this will make the meatballs tough.
  • Gently roll the meatballs to avoid packing them too tightly.
  • Use a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent the meatballs from sticking.
  • Bake the meatballs until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce, such as marinara or tomato sauce.

Conclusion:

Mary's Baked Italian Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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