Savory Italian Meatball Bites: A Flavorful Appetizer
These savory Italian meatball bites are perfect for sharing and are served warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce warmed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Mix the ingredients gently using your hands or a wooden spoon.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes until fully cooked and golden-brown.
- While baking, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
For best results, do not overwork the meat mixture.